[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 20, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E763]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE EGYPTIAN HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 20, 2022

  Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise to convey 
my good wishes to the organizers of this year's Egyptian Heritage Day 
Festival in Astoria, Queens. Thanks in part to the efforts of dedicated 
groups such as theirs, New York City is one of the world's great 
cultural melting pots.
  The Egyptian community has long been a pillar of New York City's 
vibrant immigrant landscape and events like the Egyptian Heritage Day 
Festival highlight the essential role that Egyptians and all cultural 
groups play in shaping the fabric of our great city and country.
  I have the privilege of representing Little Egypt in Congress, and I 
have seen firsthand the beauty and strength of this community. Whether 
it is with authentic Egyptian restaurants, small businesses or 
community events, Little Egypt and our city's Egyptian community play a 
key role in making New York City the multicultural capital of the 
world.
  Egyptian Americans have made significant contributions to our country 
in the fields of science, arts, sports or entertainment. Ahmed Zewail 
was the first Egyptian to be awarded a Nobel Prize in a scientific 
field. He studied in and taught at our nation's finest institutions and 
was nominated by President Obama to serve on the President's Council of 
Advisors on Science and Technology. Mohamed Atalla is often described 
as a pioneer of semiconductors and electronics. He was awarded the 
Benjamin Franklin medal in physics and was inducted into the National 
Inventors Hall of Fame. Rami Malek has starred in several award-winning 
films and in 2018 he became the first actor of Egyptian heritage to win 
the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Bohemian Rhapsody. 
Michael Mina, is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and 
now heads the Mina Group, a network of 40 restaurants worldwide.
  As these examples illustrate, Egyptian Americans have played a 
crucial part in our country's scientific, cultural, and artistic 
accomplishments. Their talents, hard work and dedication help make our 
country a global beacon of opportunity and discovery.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating the 
organizers of this festival and celebrating the enormous contributions 
that Egyptian-Americans have made to our country.

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