[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 83 (Friday, May 28, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E976]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DR. NELSON YING

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                           HON. ALAN GRAYSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 27, 2010

  Mr. GRAYSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
inspirational spirit of Dr. Nelson Ying in honor of Asian Pacific 
American Heritage Month. Dr. Ying's life story is somewhat of a fairy 
tale demonstrating the passion and fortitude of the American dream. Dr. 
Ying and his parents fled from China at the height of the Communist 
takeover in 1955. The Ying family moved to New York City with only 
$600. Dr. Ying's father, James Ying, opened a chain of successful gift 
shops all over New York, from Chinatown into the New York suburbs. Dr. 
Ying learned at a young age from his father that in America hard work 
and perseverance can take you far.
  Dr. Ying epitomizes the character and integrity that represent the 
Asian Pacific American community. Dr. Ying is the founding chairman of 
the Orange County Science Exposition. Through this annual exposition, 
Dr. Ying continues to promote direct involvement from students in 
science. Every year he selects five outstanding high school science 
scholars to compete in his science competition. The scholarship gives 
students an opportunity to explore state of the art facilities at 
places like Kennedy Space Center and Lockheed Martin. The ``Ying 
Prize'' has become a testament to science achievement in Central 
Florida, awarding a prestigious student up to $1,000 for the best 
physical science project. Dr. Ying's involvement in the fields of 
education and community service has greatly contributed to the Central 
Florida community. Dr. Ying's investment in our next generation of 
leaders in the field of scientific innovation is invaluable.
  Madam Speaker, Central Florida is proud to have a strong community 
leader like Dr. Ying. Dr. Nelson Ying's priority to give back to the 
community by educating the next generation of leaders reflects not only 
core American values, but what should be the top policy priority for 
our Nation. Dr. Ying's service will compel young adults and be the 
catalyst for a better world of tomorrow.

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