[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 66 (Thursday, April 28, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E616]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT DR. JITSUHIRO YAMADA'S 
                               LEADERSHIP

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 28, 2016

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Jitsuhiro 
Yamada, President of Lions Clubs International, the world's largest 
service organization, for his many years of outstanding service and 
dedication. Dr. Yamada was elected by his peers in June 2015 to 
facilitate the work of 1.4 million Lions Clubs International members in 
over 200 countries and territories. Working with over 46,000 clubs, Dr. 
Yamada promotes an international effort to aid the blind and visually 
impaired, champion youth initiatives, and strengthen local communities 
through hands-on service and humanitarian projects.
   As a member of the Lakeville Lions Club in Indiana, I have seen the 
impact Lions Clubs can have on local communities. They work to promote 
the principles of responsible government and good citizenship by 
uniting individuals from all walks of life with a mission to foster a 
spirit of understanding among the peoples of the world. As President of 
Lions Clubs International, Dr. Yamada is the very embodiment of those 
ideals.
   The world truly owes a great deal of respect and gratitude to 
incredible individuals like Dr. Yamada who have dedicated their lives 
to working for the common good. His commitment to improving the state 
of our world inspires many, facilitating the service of dedicated and 
passionate individuals across the globe.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me in celebration of Dr. Yamada's 
leadership and continued accomplishments. His work brings communities 
together, strengthening our collective resolve.

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