[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 50 (Wednesday, March 22, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E362]
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  TRIBUTE TO DAWN ADDIS--CALIFORNIA'S 24TH CONGRESSIONAL WOMAN OF THE 
                                  YEAR

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                         HON. SALUD O. CARBAJAL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 22, 2017

  Mr. CARBAJAL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Women's History 
Month. Every year, we dedicate the month of March to give special 
recognition to the accomplishments and sacrifices made by America's 
women. I consider it an honor to highlight the extraordinary women who 
are making a difference in my District. I would like to recognize one 
outstanding woman: Dawn Addis, of Morro Bay, California.
   Dawn saw the need for women in San Luis Obispo County to rise 
together and vocalize their demand for equal rights, which led to her 
becoming the co-founder and co-organizer of the Women's March San Luis 
Obispo (SLO). Her hard work and dedication granted San Luis Obispo 
County residents the opportunity to participate in the single biggest 
one-day demonstration in our nation's history. Dawn offered her 
community a platform to join a larger movement and have their voices be 
heard.
   Because of Dawn's leadership, about 10,000 people marched in unity 
through the streets of downtown San Luis Obispo. She also ensured that 
the march remained peaceful and non-violent by working with the San 
Luis Obispo Police Chief. She worked from various community members to 
organize a successful, inclusive and safe event. The response from San 
Luis Obispo citizens about restoring their hope for the future was a 
testimony for the importance of Dawn's work.
   Dawn's leadership empowered women from across San Luis Obispo County 
and allowed them to take part in a larger national conversation. I ask 
all Members to join me today in honoring an exceptional woman of 
California's 24th Congressional District, Dawn Addis, for her 
incredible service to her community.

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