[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 39 (Thursday, February 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E225]
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                   IN HONOR OF EL AMOR M. BRAWNE ALI

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                         HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2020

  Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, it is an honor 
and privilege to recognize a dedicated public servant who continues to 
make our community proud as a Ward Leader. As public officials, 
entrusted by their peers to oversee elections and party activity, 
Philadelphia Ward Leaders represent a corps of unsung heroes that help 
facilitate the progress that molds our city. I am honored to be joined 
by one of our most distinguished, esteemed Ward Leaders today, and in 
commemoration of Black History Month, ensure that their contributions 
to our city remain enshrined in our historical record for generations 
to recognize.
  Black History Month is more than a mere byline on the month of 
February, it is an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the 
extraordinary contributions that the African American community has 
made, and continues to make, on our nation's history and culture. And I 
can think of no honoree more deserving of this recognition, who 
embodies the selfless commitment to their neighbors and peers, than Ms. 
El.
  El Amor M. Brawne Ali, of Ward 37, has also taken it upon herself to 
invest in our city's youth. Beyond her work for local candidates and 
elections, she has undertaken projects that will provide structured 
activity to keep kids involved after school. This manifests itself in 
many ways, one of which is through her efforts to revitalize Fotterall 
Square Park. What used to be a vibrant gathering place has since 
devolved to abandoned fields and neglected playgrounds, but with El 
Amor's leadership, Fotterall is back on track to reach its full 
potential. The impact of her efforts will transform the neighborhood 
for these kids, their kids, and generations to follow. I thank Ms. El.
  Taking after the long lineage of Philadelphians who have helped 
sculpt our democracy into an increasingly inclusive system that 
encourages public participation, Ms. El has left her own mark on our 
city. I look forward to years of collaboration so we can create a more 
inclusive, representative democracy throughout our community.

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