[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 135 (Friday, December 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2180]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         POLISH AMERICAN MONTH

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                           HON. RAHM EMANUEL

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 7, 2006

  Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, this month I proudly join the thousands of 
Polish-Americans living in Chicago in a national celebration of Polish 
history, culture, and pride during Polish American Heritage Month.
  Celebrated in October, Polish American Heritage Month includes 
General Pulaski Memorial Day, which honors the American Revolutionary 
War patriot Casimir Pulaski. In 1777, General Pulaski attended his 
first meeting with Benjamin Franklin, to champion the freedom of the 
American people. This early partnership has been mirrored by the 
present-day alliance between Poland and the United States.
  Polish-Americans have made strong contributions to American culture 
in virtually every field, including literature, technology, and music. 
My hometown of Chicago has more people of Polish descent than any other 
city outside of Poland. I am dedicated to continuing the strong record 
of cultural and economic ties between our two nations.
  The United States is grateful to Poland for its friendship and 
commitment to the democratic ideals of liberty and human rights. Poland 
has also proven to be a strong ally of the United States, assisting in 
global efforts to combat terrorism, and providing troops and resources 
for Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to join the citizens of my district, as 
well as those of Polish decent around the country in recognizing, 
remembering, and celebrating Polish American Month.

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