[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 5 (Thursday, January 10, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H375]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING NIKOS MOUYIARIS

  (Ms. TITUS asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. TITUS. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the life of an 
entrepreneur, innovator, and philanthropist who truly lived the 
American Dream.
  In 1975, Nikos Mouyiaris received a $6,000 grant from his brother. He 
turned that small loan into a company that would become one of the 
world's most prestigious cosmetic manufacturers and developers.
  A proud Greek American, Nikos dedicated his life to giving back to 
his community, and his spirit demonstrates that we all benefit when we 
open our doors to hardworking immigrants who believe in the promise of 
America.
  Nikos said: ``We are successful not because we are smart; not because 
we worked hard; not because we were lucky; but because we had the good 
fortune of being able to stand on the shoulders of others.''
  As his loved ones mourn this devastating loss, we can take comfort in 
knowing that an entire community will be standing on his shoulders.

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