[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 185 (Thursday, December 10, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2947]
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       60TH ANNIVERSARY OF VOICE OF AMERICA'S SERVICE TO UKRAINE

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 10, 2009

  Mr. LEVIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 60th 
anniversary of Voice of America's service to Ukraine.
  Created in the early days of the Cold War, Voice of America provides 
comprehensive, uncensored information to Ukrainians about world events 
and reinforces the importance of free speech, expression, and a free 
press. As the Soviet Union fell and Ukraine struggled to shake off the 
reins of communism, Voice of America continued to serve as a 
trustworthy, pro-democratic source of news. Its commentary and analysis 
were highly valued during the Orange Revolution of 2004, and remain so 
as the country prepares for its first presidential election since 
ushering in a new era of democratic governance.
  Today, Voice of America reaches almost five million viewers across 
Ukraine each week with its television programming and maintains a 
Ukrainian-language website with up-to-date news reports. Ukrainians 
continue to rely on these services for accurate information about 
national and international events, as well as to learn more about 
American politics and culture.
  Madam Speaker, Voice of America will celebrate its many contributions 
to Ukraine on December 11, 2009. I ask my colleagues to join me in 
congratulating Voice of America, and its dedicated staff, for its six 
decades of service to Ukraine.

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