[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 186 (Tuesday, November 27, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H9657]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING GIVING TUESDAY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today on ``Giving 
Tuesday'' to recognize the importance of charitable giving, especially 
during this time of year.
  With the Christmas and holiday season upon us, we recognize and 
celebrate many blessings. As we reflect on all that we have achieved 
and accomplished, we must also remember the less fortunate among us.
  ``Giving Tuesday'' began in 2012 as a day to encourage charitable 
giving on the heels of shopping-focused days like ``Black Friday'' and 
``Cyber Monday.'' It is a dedicated day to give back.
  Americans are compassionate people who care about their neighbors on 
``Giving Tuesday'' and all year long. Through monetary donations or 
gifts of time through volunteering, we are always finding ways to give 
back to our communities.
  But today, on ``Giving Tuesday,'' we find ways to lift up our fellow 
citizens. These acts of kindness and generosity highlight our American 
values. The best way to celebrate your blessings is to share them with 
others. No gift is too small and no gesture too insignificant to 
someone in need.
  It is the American way.

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