[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 124 (Thursday, September 26, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1673]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       SPANISH AMERICAN COMMITTEE

                                 ______
                                 

                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 25, 2002

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
the Spanish American Committee, as they celebrate thirty-five years of 
service to Hispanic Americans in the Cleveland area.
  Established in 1966, the Spanish American Committee, a United Way 
agency, is the oldest and largest non-profit social service 
organization in Ohio, existing to provide assistance for citizenry of 
Hispanic/Latino heritage in Northeast Ohio. This invaluable agency, 
comprised of caring, dedicated and hardworking individuals, provides 
essential services that improve the lives of families and individuals.
  Since the dawn of our nation, citizens of Hispanic/Latino heritage 
have greatly contributed to, and enhanced, every facet of our society. 
And through their meaningful action, the members of this worthy 
organization have elevated the quality of life for thousands of 
Hispanic/Latino individuals and families. Some of the significant 
services provided by the Spanish American Committee include: Counseling 
and crisis intervention, employment services, daycare services, job 
referrals, housing services, tenant and landlord counseling, English 
language classes, translation services, and voter education and 
registration.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor, recognition and 
admiration of the Spanish American Committee, as we join them in 
celebration of their 35th Anniversary. Please join me as I extend my 
deepest admiration and congratulations to the Spanish American Society, 
as its members continue to empower and assist Hispanic Americans to 
secure a brighter future for themselves—casting a light of hope 
and accomplishment over our entire community.