[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 64 (Thursday, May 1, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E837]
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         IN HONOR OF THE POLISH AMERICAN CONGRESS OHIO DIVISION

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 1, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the Polish 
American Congress, Ohio Division, as they celebrate their 54th 
anniversary--sharing their cultural gifts along a parade route lined 
with food, song and joyous celebration.
  On May 18, 1949, the Ohio Division of The Polish American Congress 
was founded. The Polish American Congress is composed of individuals of 
Polish ancestry as well as Polish organizations. The group serves as a 
unifying force for both Polish Americans and Polish citizens living in 
America. Taking a positive stand on issues concerning the people of 
Poland, the group strives to attain a free market economy within the 
framework of a democratic society.
  The goal of The Polish American Congress is to make Americans of 
Polish heritage more successful U.S. citizens by encouraging them to 
assume the responsibilities of citizenship. In addition, the group 
supports fraternal, professional, religious, and civic associations 
dedicated to the improvement of the status of all Americans of Polish 
heritage.
  It is evident that the Polish American Congress has played a crucial 
role in the Polish Community, and in its many years of service has been 
an invaluable contribution to the Cleveland Community.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and celebration 
of the Polish American Congress, as they celebrate 54 years of service 
to their members and to the Cleveland community.

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