[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 22 (Thursday, February 3, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E99]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              LEXI MISSIMO

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 3, 2022

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor our Texas 24 
Hometown Hero of the week, Lexi Missimo, a Southlake native 
representing the United States Women's National youth team.
  Last season while playing for the University of Texas, Lexi showed 
courage in the face of public pressure by standing proudly for our 
country's national anthem. While many chose to bend the knee, Lexi 
stood with pride to honor the country she loves, and her beloved late 
grandfather who selflessly served in the military.
  We live in strange times--it is now more acceptable to kneel for our 
flag than to stand. Lexi displayed bravery by refusing to cower to 
public pressure, not for any political purpose, but simply out of love 
for country.
  Lexi is an all-American kid--one who is proud of the country she 
calls home and those who serve to protect it. I look forward to seeing 
her represent our country this summer with the Under 20's national 
team, and one day, fulfill her dream to play for the senior team.
  I thank Lexi for her courageous actions. May they inspire the rest of 
the country to show pride in our great Nation.

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