[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 80 (Thursday, June 16, 2005)]
[House]
[Page H4566]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
EXTENDING A WARM WELCOME TO MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT FROM MAIN OPPOSITION
PARTY IN ZIMBABWE
(Mrs. CAPPS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1
minute.)
Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to welcome three women Members
of Parliament from the main opposition party in Zimbabwe, the Movement
for Democratic Change: the Honorable Thokozani Khupe, the Honorable
Paurina Mpariwa, and the Honorable Priscilla Mishiairambwi.
In the face of continued repression, this Movement for Democratic
Change is working tirelessly to realize democracy for Zimbabwe. The
Congressional Caucus on Women's Issues is honored to host these leaders
of Zimbabwe today.
All three women have a remarkable record of advocating passionately
for the issues that affect women and society in Zimbabwe. It is a real
pleasure to welcome leaders from other nations who are working to bring
about peaceful democratic changes within their country, and I know my
colleagues will join me in extending a warm welcome to them today.
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