[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 141 (Tuesday, September 29, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1388]
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                         HONORING SANDY HOLMAN

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 29, 2015

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work of 
Sandy Holman a Cultural Competency Educator, Mentor, and one of my 
district's 2015 Woman of the year.
  Whereas, on the Twenty-Second Day of September, of the Year Two 
Thousand and Fifteen, Sandy Holman was recognized as a 2015 Woman of 
the year.
  Whereas, Sandy Holman is the Director of United in Unity and The 
Culture C.O.-O.P. The `C.O.-O.P.' which stands for Caring, Optimistic, 
Open-minded People was created to help individuals and organizations 
better meet the needs of diverse communities in a variety of settings. 
Both organizations focus on promoting respect for equitable practices, 
diversity, cultural competency, reading and a quality education for 
all.
  Whereas, Sandy helped to create Davis' annual International Festival 
designed to bring people of all cultures together. She has written and 
published two beautiful children's books, `Grandpa, Is Everything Black 
Bad?' and `We All Have a Heritage.'
  Whereas, known to many as `The Purple Lady', Sandy has an 
unquenchable zest for life that has inspired thousands of Yolo County 
youth and adults over the past 30 years.
  Whereas, through Sandy's mentoring programs and collaborative 
projects, she is a beacon of light who leaves an indelible imprint on 
the lives she touches.
  Resolved, That I Congressman John Garamendi of California's Third 
Congressional District, do hereby recognize and celebrate the 
accomplishments of Sandy Holman.

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