[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 58 (Tuesday, April 21, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E917]
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                       HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY

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                           HON. DOUG LAMBORN

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 21, 2009

  Mr. LAMBORN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Holocaust 
Remembrance Day in Israel and the many sacrifices of the Jewish 
community. It has been sixty-four years since the Allies forced an end 
to the atrocities of World War II and the genocide of two-thirds of the 
9 million European Jewish men, women and children.
  Over the centuries, the Jewish people have persevered through 
hardships and seemingly insurmountable persecutions. In spite of these 
hardships, they have triumphed and today have a stable democracy in an 
important and volatile region. Still, they are surrounded by often 
hostile neighbors, some of whom have vowed to seek Israel's destruction 
and deny their very right to exist. Israel is a beacon of hope to Jews 
and freedom-loving people around the world.
  Peace can never be achieved by asking Israel to risk its security. It 
is vital to our national interests to support Israel and work for 
peaceful relations in the region.
  While a lasting peace has been elusive for Israel, one thing is 
certain--it will only come when every country in the region feels 
secure and safe from outside threats. I am proud, and America must be 
proud, to call Israel an ally and friend.
  On this day of remembrance in Israel, I stand to ask every Member of 
this body to take a moment to reflect on the tragedy of genocide--and 
in particular the suffering of our Jewish allies.

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