[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 183 (Tuesday, October 19, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1108]
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          IN RECOGNITION OF THE 98TH TURKISH INDEPENDENCE DAY

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 19, 2021

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Turkish-
American Cultural Association of Michigan on the celebration of the 
98th Turkish Independence Day on October 29, 2021. The Turkish-American 
Cultural Association of Michigan has been a positive force in our 
community and this celebration is worthy of commendation.
  The Turkish-American Cultural Association of Michigan have been a 
strong voice for the Turkish people here in Michigan and their efforts 
play a role in cultivating a meaningful relationship between Turkey and 
the United States. The group serves as a bridge that unifies our 
communities to promote, plan, and execute programs that improve 
humanitarian and cultural welfare of the Turkish community in Michigan 
and abroad. Their leadership and the sharing of their unique tradition 
and culture has made a difference here at home and in communities 
across the nation.
  As we celebrate the 98th Turkish Independence Day, I am proud to 
recognize the many Americans of Turkish descent who have made 
significant contributions to our state, especially those notable 
Turkish-Americans who reside in Michigan's 12th Congressional District 
who tirelessly work towards innovation in the fields of academia, the 
arts, and technology. Turkish-Americans enrich our communities through 
sharing their culture and continue to demonstrate a steadfast 
commitment to making Michigan a more inclusive, vibrant, and prosperous 
place for all.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the 98th 
Turkish Independence Day. We thank the Turkish-American Cultural 
Association and their President, Dr. Mehmet Erdem Yaya, for their 
commitment to the betterment of our state of Michigan and look forward 
to celebrating this special anniversary for many years to come.

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