[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 131 (Tuesday, November 16, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1994-E1995]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                28TH ANNUAL ASIAN-AMERICAN CHARITY BALL

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 16, 2004

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to announce 
that the Asian-American Medical Association will be hosting the 28th 
Annual Asian-American Charity Ball on Saturday, November 13, 2004, at 
the Avalon Manor in Hobart, Indiana. Each year, the Asian-American 
Medical Association honors prominent, extraordinary citizens for their 
contributions to the community. In recognition of their tremendous 
efforts, they are honored at a banquet and awarded the prestigious 
Crystal Globe Award.
  The Asian-American Medical Association is a great asset to Northwest 
Indiana. This organization has dedicated itself to providing quality 
service to the residents of Indiana's First

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Congressional District in the medical community and has demonstrated 
exemplary service in its cultural, scholastic, and charitable 
endeavors.
  At this year's annual charity gala, the Asian-American Medical 
Association will present Mr. Feisal Istrabadi with the Crystal Globe 
award. Feisal is a resident of Valparaiso, Indiana. He was born in Iraq 
and he has spent almost 16 years as an Attorney in Valparaiso. Feisal 
was recently chosen as Iraq's interim ambassador to the United Nations. 
He was nominated in January 2004 by the President of the Iraqi 
Governing Council. In June 2004 he was re-nominated, and he was then 
appointed by the President of Iraq. Feisal returned to Iraq within the 
past two years at the request of the government, to help rebuild the 
country. He helped write the interim constitution that is now in place 
and he also helped author the interim bill of rights. I am honored to 
commend Feisal for his commitment and dedication to the well being of 
those who seek his knowledge and leadership. His efforts and hard work 
are worthy of the highest recognition.
  Although Feisal's career consumes much of his time, Feisal has never 
limited the time he gives to his most important interest, his family. 
He and his wife, Juliet have two daughters.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues 
join me in commending the Asian-American Medical Society and Feisal 
Istrabadi for their outstanding contributions. Their commitment to 
improving the quality of life for the people of Northwest Indiana and 
throughout the world is truly inspirational and should be recognized 
and commended.

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