[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 61 (Monday, April 16, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H3319]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                COMMEMORATING ISRAEL'S 70TH ANNIVERSARY

  (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Last week, I introduced H. Res. 815, 
which commemorates the 70th anniversary of the founding of the State of 
Israel as well as President Donald Trump's courageous decision to move 
the American Embassy to Jerusalem.
  Over the past 70 years, the Israeli people have demonstrated 
resiliency of the human spirit while overcoming tremendous obstacles. 
Every day Israelis endure the threat of terrorism in their lives, but 
they remain optimistic about the future of their country.
  As Americans face a similar enemy in the global war on terrorism, we 
must continue to strengthen our relationship inspired by Ambassador Ron 
Dermer.
  By holding fair and free elections and vigorously legislating in its 
parliament, Israel is a shining model of democracy. I am grateful for 
another remarkable year of freedom with the bold leadership of Prime 
Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget 
September the 11th in the global war on terrorism.

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