[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 73 (Wednesday, April 28, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E462]
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           IN HONOR OF NATIONAL ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

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                           HON. MARIE NEWMAN

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 28, 2021

  Ms. NEWMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to celebrate April as Arab American 
Heritage Month and honor the outstanding contributions that Arab 
Americans have made to this country.
  For over a century, Arab Americans have been an integral part of 
virtually every aspect of American society, including medicine, law, 
business, education, technology, government, military service, and 
culture. The incredible contributions and heritage of Arab Americans 
have helped us build a better nation.
  Men and women of Arab descent have strengthened their communities 
through involvement in community service and public life and by sharing 
their rich culture and traditions with neighbors and friends. In 
Illinois' Third District, which has one of the largest concentrations 
of Palestinian, Jordanian, and Syrian Americans in the country, the 
Arab American community is a fundamental part of our civic life and 
culture.
  Unfortunately, Arab Americans continue to face misconceptions, 
bigotry, and anti-Arab hate. These civil rights abuses, and instances 
of harmful stereotyping and bullying, must be combatted through 
education, awareness, and legislation.
  Arab Americans join all Americans in the desire to see a peaceful and 
diverse society, where every individual is treated equally and feels 
safe; we must continue to work towards a future where every American is 
able to live free from discrimination.
  I am proud to celebrate the extraordinary contributions Arab 
Americans have made to this country, and I am deeply honored to 
recognize National Arab American Heritage month this April.

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