[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E700]
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               IN COMMEMORATION OF WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                             HON. AL GREEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 18, 2009

  Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Madam Speaker, I wish to commemorate the month 
of March 2009 as Women's History Month in honor of the female 
trailblazers and unsung heroes in American history.
  H. Res. 211, Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's 
History Month, is intended to increase awareness and knowledge of 
women's involvement in history, as well as recognize and honor the 
women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and 
continue to promote the teaching of women's history.
  In the United States, Women's History Month has been celebrated 
during the month of March since 1987. The National Women's History 
Project petitioned Congress to increase awareness and knowledge of 
women's contributions to our great society, because women's history was 
a practically unknown topic in schools and public awareness.
  Women from all different backgrounds, races, social classes, and 
ethnicities have contributed significantly to the greatness of our 
nation, and have transformed and revolutionized politics, law, 
business, social service, civil rights, education, music, athletics, 
science and technology, as well as the military. Women have been 
leaders in numerous movements throughout history, such as the 
abolitionist movement, the emancipation movement, the industrial labor 
movement, the civil rights movement, the peace movement, and the 
women's movement in the struggle to obtain suffrage and equal rights. 
The contributions of notable women such as Susan B. Anthony, Clara 
Barton, Harriet Tubman, Dorothy Height, Coretta Scott King, Sally Ride 
and numerous others have sparked an unstoppable momentum for women's 
rights and others. Their dedication, perseverance and courage have 
generated a wave of opportunities for entire generations of women.
  It is essential that all Americans continue to learn about the many 
ways women have assisted in the progress of our nation, and acknowledge 
and celebrate the contributions of women throughout history.
  Therefore, I urge my colleagues and all Americans to commemorate 
women for their significant involvement and participation in our 
nation's history, by recognizing and supporting March as Women's 
History Month.

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