[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 68 (Thursday, April 25, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E488]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CELEBRATING THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

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                       HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON

                      of the district of columbia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 25, 2019

  Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ask the House of 
Representatives to join me in celebrating the International Festival of 
Language and Culture (IFLC). For the past 16 years, the IFLC has been 
showcasing both international diversity and the talent of our youth 
through poetry, song and dance from their cultures.
  This year, Washington, D.C. is one of many world capitals co-hosting 
the IFLC. More than 80 participants from over 16 countries are invited 
to perform. This event brings together young students, parents, 
teachers and volunteers to promote diversity. These talented student-
performers work tirelessly for several months in anticipation of 
meeting American audiences, including members of the U.S. Congress.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the 
students, parents, teachers and volunteers of the International 
Festival of Language and Culture for their efforts.

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