[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 166 (Monday, November 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2303]
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     A TRIBUTE TO THE WOMEN'S SOCIAL AND CULTURAL SOCIETY OF MOSUL

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                           HON. DEBORAH PRYCE

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 17, 2003

  Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, as the leader of the first all 
women's United States Congressional Delegation to Iraq, it is my 
pleasure on behalf of Representatives Jennifer Dunn, Sue Kelly, Ileana 
Ros-Lehtinen, Marsha Blackburn, Katherine Harris, Darlene Hooley and 
Carolyn McCarthy, to commend the excellent work being done at the 
Women's Social and Cultural Society of Mosul. Today, with great honor 
and privilege, I would like to recognize the major milestones the 
organization has achieved.
  The Women's Social and Cultural Society, comprised of more than 200 
members, represents a variety of ethnic, religious and professional 
affiliations. These women are truly creating a new ideal within their 
country as they promote social, political and educational equality for 
all Iraqis. For too long, Iraqi women have suffered without equal or 
even adequate access to education, justice within the legal system, 
employment opportunities, and representation within the government. The 
members of the Women's Social and Cultural Society of Mosul must be 
applauded for their commitment to end decades of oppression against 
women by fighting to give them a voice and a respected role of 
leadership within their communities. The challenge is immense, but 
their determination is steadfast and unwavering.
  We commend and praise the Women's Social and Cultural Society of 
Mosul today and urge our colleagues to wish them continued success as 
they pave the way for future generations of Iraqi citizens.

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