[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 22, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E675-E676]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              IN RECOGNITION OF OCCUPY THE CORNER DETROIT

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2021

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 8th Annual 
Occupy the Corner/Detroit event, an initiative hosted by Detroit City 
Councilwoman Mary Sheffield in Detroit for its continuous efforts and 
dedication to provide hope and resources to our communities within 
Detroit.
  For eight years, Occupy the Corner Detroit has been an essential 
event and program to combat neighborhood crime and violence while 
promoting critical resources such as expungement program information, 
utility assistance, housing assistance and so much more. This annual 
event uplifts our residents and neighbors in 13th District strong and 
provides hope for economic opportunity for those that have been left 
behind or underserved.
  Occupy the Corner Detroit is more than just an event. It truly 
signifies the importance of

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community and the resilience of Detroiters. Occupy the Corner Detroit 
provides a space of residents to convene and feel empowered to address 
day to day challenges. I am truly proud to work in partnership with 
Council President Pro Tem Sheffield in serving the 13th Congressional 
District.
  Please join me in recognizing the hard work of Occupy the Corner 
Detroit on behalf of the communities of Detroit, Wayne County, and 
Michigan's 13th Congressional District and congratulate this initiative 
on eight years of service to the community.

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