[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 74 (Wednesday, May 11, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E671]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN RECOGNITION OF FIONE EVANS & ABBIE O'BRIEN, SECOND PLACE WINNERS OF 
             2016 NATIONAL C-SPAN STUDENT CAM VIDEO CONTEST

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                          HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 11, 2016

  Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Fione Evans & 
Abbie O'Brien, who participated in the 2016 National C-SPAN Student Cam 
Video Contest. The 7-minute entry entitled ``National Immigration 
Issues'' earned Fione and Abbie 2nd Place in the nationwide contest.
  In the video, Fione and Abbie covered a variety of aspects regarding 
immigration, currently facing the United States. The two students 
inquired what actions should be taken for individuals that reside in 
the United States without legal status and how to best provide for 
those seeking asylum. The video featured interviews with local leaders 
Scranton Mayor Bill Courtright and Congressman Lou Barletta, as well as 
an interview with U.S. Park Rangers Dennis Mulligan & Kathleen Durkin 
of the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. C-SPAN footage of politicians 
speaking about immigration policy was included in the piece to show the 
scope of positions within the national debate. The two advocated for a 
fair but compassionate approach to resolve current immigration issues 
and urged lawmakers to work together. Fione and Abbie concluded their 
video by urging presidential aspirants to make immigration a top 
priority of their message.
  It is an honor to recognize the achievement of these two industrious 
young women. I extend my congratulations and applaud Fione and Abbie on 
a job well done. May they continue to strive for excellence in their 
education and achieve ever greater honor in the future.

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