[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 55 (Thursday, April 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E394]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  WORLD CIVILITY DAY ON APRIL 12, 2018

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 5, 2018

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor and respect that I 
recognize the Community Civility Counts Initiative as the organization 
celebrates its third annual World Civility Day on April 12, 2018, along 
with the Gary Chamber of Commerce, the entire community of Northwest 
Indiana, and beyond. World Civility Day is a day in which we are asked 
to become aware of our behavior towards others and to become mindful of 
our thoughts, words, and actions. It is a day to remember that we can 
be better people in every area of life, and to remember that our 
actions serve as an example for generations to come. In observance of 
this special event, a day of civility-themed activities will be held at 
the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, and an awards banquet will 
follow in the evening at the Avalon Manor in Merrillville.
  In 2015, Chuck Hughes, Executive Director of the Gary Chamber of 
Commerce, and Dr. Gordon E. Bradshaw, Chairman of the Public Policy 
Committee, worked together through the Gary Chamber to create the 
Civility Counts Initiative. The organization's mission is to build 
public awareness of civility and to help transform communities through 
positive programs and relationships. The Initiative works to raise the 
consciousness level of individuals and groups of people, as so many of 
us face incidents of disrespect, intolerance, bullying, or violence. 
For striving to make a difference in our communities, the organization 
and its supporters are worthy of the highest praise.
  The Initiative has been overwhelmingly successful and recognized 
throughout many communities. Civility Resolutions have been approved by 
many local municipal councils including those in Gary, Hammond, 
Valparaiso, La Porte, and Lake County. In addition, Civility 
Resolutions have also been approved by the Indiana House of 
Representatives and the Indiana Senate. Support for the Initiative has 
grown tremendously with numerous organizations and individuals 
dedicating their time and resources to this great cause year after 
year.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other colleagues to join me in honoring 
and congratulating the Community Civility Counts Initiative and in 
celebrating World Civility Day. The significance of this movement will 
have a positive impact on generation after generation. For their 
influence, passion, and dedication to the community of Northwest 
Indiana and beyond, the leaders and supporters of the Community 
Civility Counts Initiative are to be commended.

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