[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 141 (Monday, September 8, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1714]
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                      THE POLISH AMERICAN CONGRESS

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                            HON. JIM SAXTON

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 8, 2008

  Mr. SAXTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of The Polish 
American Congress. On September 28, 2008, The Polish American Congress 
will hold a ``Terrorist Attack Memorial Service'' to honor and 
commemorate the victims of the Katyn Forest Massacre, as well as pay a 
tribute to those who perished on September 11, 2001.
  In addition to carrying out the overall mission of the Polish 
American Congress, the New Jersey Division chooses to hold a memorial 
for the victims of both the Katyn Forest Massacre and the September 11, 
2001 attacks on our country. The Katyn Forest Massacre occurred during 
World War 2 as a result of the Soviet Union's persecution of thousands 
during the communist era. The September 11th attacks on the United 
States claimed more than 3,000 lives. The New Jersey Division of the 
Polish American Congress has taken it as their mission to commemorate 
the lives lost in both incidents.
  The Polish American Congress is an umbrella organization, with over 
3,000 clubs that exist to serve various levels and aspects of the 
Polish communities of the United States. They promote different areas 
of education and cultural programs to further the knowledge of Polish 
history, as well as to stimulate Polish American involvement in their 
community .
  Madam Speaker, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for the 
leadership, commitment, and service that the Polish American Congress 
has demonstrated in their existence throughout the community.

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