[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 139 (Friday, November 14, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1588]
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       HONORING THE 85TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

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                         HON. JOHN P. SARBANES

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 14, 2014

  Mr. SARBANES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Daughters 
of Penelope on its 85th Anniversary and to recognize the organization's 
civic contributions and commitment to public service in the United 
States and abroad.
   Since its founding in 1929, the Daughters of Penelope has become a 
preeminent international women's organization and affiliate of the 
American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), the 
nation's leading association of American citizens of Hellenic heritage. 
Today there are 250 Daughters of Penelope chapters around the world.
   I am especially proud to recognize the Daughters because I believe 
the organization embodies the spirit of philotimo; a conviction for 
civic duty and deep honor in volunteerism that all Hellenes strive to 
uphold.
   The Daughters of Penelope was first established with the mission of 
improving the lives of all women and providing them the opportunity to 
make significant contributions to American society. Today, the 
organization strives to promote the ideals of ancient Greece: 
education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, and family and 
individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.
   Through this enduring commitment to the philotimo ethic, the 
Daughters of Penelope has achieved remarkable accomplishments: 
providing educational opportunities for youth, tirelessly caring for 
the elderly and victims of domestic abuse, and raising funds for 
important civic causes and medical research. Demonstrating strong 
character, determination, and hard work, it's no surprise that 
Daughters of Penelope members often rise to become leaders in their 
respective professions, from government to business to the arts.
   On this 85th Anniversary, I congratulate the Daughters of Penelope 
for its tremendous accomplishments and thank the organization for its 
enduring commitment to public service.

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