[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 67 (Wednesday, May 7, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E887]
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                  HONORING ANN MILLER AND TED MALIARIS

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 7, 2003

  Mr. MARIO DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. Speaker. I would like to honor 
two great Americans, Ann Miller and Ted Maliaris, for their patriotic 
commitment to this nation.
  Ann Miller has written ``A Tribute to America--A 21st Century 
Anthem,'' which highlights the greatness of America and its ability to 
overcome recent tragedies. Her son, Ted Maliaris, delivers this anthem 
with an unparalleled sense of patriotism.
  America was founded on principles of freedom and democracy that stand 
as the very foundation of our society today. While our troops are 
abroad, we must never forget the importance of the very principles that 
make this nation great. ``A Tribute to America--A 21st Century Anthem'' 
clearly illustrates the power of freedom that America represents. Its 
patriotic message highlights the very strength that has served as the 
foundation of the American spirit since the tragedies of September 11.
  I would like to thank Ann Miller and Ted Maliaris for their 
dedication to America and their commitment to spreading their important 
message across the Nation.
  I proudly insert the following lyrics of ``A Tribute to America--A 
21st Century Anthem'' in the Record:

     Our tears may fall and our hearts may be shattered, but deep 
           down in our souls we are strong, we are proud, we are 
           bold.

     We have freedom in our land, we will fight for our rights, we 
           will stand up for the brotherhood of man. America 
           America America America you're Grand.

     We have strength, we have the power, no terrorist could ever 
           withstand. We will not hide, we will not cower, we will 
           stand up for the rights of our land.

     We're America, America
     Strong, Proud, Brave, Bold
     We're America, America
     Strong, Proud, Brave, Bold
     America red, white, and blue
     America, this song we sing for you.

     In time of need, compassion fills our hearts, in times of 
           dismay we are strong.
     We're a land of freedom, a land of peace, and no one can take 
           this away.

     We're America, America
     America you're Grand
     No one can destroy us through thick or thin, we're a nation 
           that was built to survive.
     No terrorist's plight can destroy our sight or the strength 
           of this motherland.

     We're America, America, America
     America you're Grand.

     God extended his hand and has given us faith, for we will 
           stand tall and proud.
     We're a land of freedom, a land of peace, a land like no 
           other land.

     We're America, America
     Strong, Proud, Brave, Bold
     We're America, America
     Strong, Proud, Brave, Bold
     America, America you're Grand
     America, America you're Grand

     America!




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