[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 54 (Thursday, April 28, 2005)]
[House]
[Page H2653]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALL OF SAIGON

  (Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in 
support of all the individuals who are taking part in events in this 
Nation's Capital, in Orange County, California, and all across our 
Nation to observe the fall of Saigon on April 30.
  April 30, 1975, marked the beginning of a journey for many who sought 
refuge in an unknown land and an uncertain future. These individuals 
risked everything for a chance to live freely and provide better 
opportunities for their children and for their families.
  In the 30 years since, most Vietnamese Americans have been able to 
rebuild their lives and to contribute to the diversity of this Nation. 
The world has changed since that fateful day; but one thing remains 
constant, Vietnamese Americans work tirelessly to promote freedom and 
democracy in Vietnam.
  As we reflect on the anniversary, please join me and Vietnamese 
American communities in honoring the memory of those who lost their 
lives in this conflict and in celebrating the contributions of 
Vietnamese Americans across our Nation.

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