[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 162 (Monday, November 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1447]
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          IN RECOGNITION OF POST 8358 ON ITS 70TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2016

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Chung Mei 
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8358 as it celebrates its 70th 
anniversary. As the members of Post 8358 mark this momentous occasion, 
I ask all my colleagues to join me in honoring them for their long 
history of service to veterans and the community in Sacramento.
  Chung Mei Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8358 was formed on October 
19, 1946 by returning Chinese-American veterans from Sacramento. Due to 
the prevailing prejudiced attitudes of the time, the Chung Mei veterans 
had no choice but to form their own exclusive VFW Post. Post 8538 is an 
active and valued member of the Sacramento community, which I 
represent. For instance, the Chung Mei Post 8358 proudly sponsors the 
Sacramento Lion Dance Youth Troupe, which helps foster civic 
responsibility and keeps the traditions of Asian cultures alive for 
current and future generations. Post 8538 contributes greatly to the 
diversity and multiplicity of cultures in the Sacramento region, which 
is one of the most diverse in the entire country.
  Post 8358 members are decorated veterans who participate in local 
parades, staff community events, and host several fundraising drives 
that provide funds for programs that benefit veterans and their 
families. Several of the founding members of Post 8358 are amongst the 
many who are celebrating today. Post 8358 continues to promote services 
for veterans, cultural acceptance, and civic participation in 
Sacramento.
  Mr. Speaker, as the members of Post 8358 celebrate its 70th 
anniversary, I ask all my colleagues to join me in honoring them for 
their service to our country and to the Sacramento area.

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