[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 29 (Thursday, February 14, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E178]
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         PAWEL ADAMOWICZ DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP EXCHANGE PROGRAM

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 14, 2019

  Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the legacy of Mayor Pawel 
Adamowicz of Gdansk, Poland, who was tragically murdered just a few 
weeks ago.
  Mayor Adamowicz was a powerful voice for liberty in Poland, and 
always acted with the best interests of his people at heart.
  A resurgent Russia seeks to undermine transatlantic solidarity and 
Western resolve. In the face of transatlantic challenges, we must 
strengthen U.S.-Polish relations.
  That is why we must extend a hand of friendship to the next 
generation of democratic, transatlantic leaders. These shared 
democratic values go back to our nations' founding, and are critical to 
liberty in Europe today.
  I am honored to introduce legislation to establish the ``Pawel 
Adamowicz Democratic Leadership Exchange Act.'' This program would 
equip the next generation of leaders with the skills and networks 
needed to strengthen transatlantic relationships.
  In honor of Mayor Adamowicz's legacy, I urge my colleagues to support 
this important legislation. I ask that it be brought to the floor for a 
vote without delay.

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