[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 121 (Thursday, July 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E772]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE LIBERIAN ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 21, 2022

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, today I want to recognize the Liberian 
Association of Michigan as they gather to celebrate the one hundred 
seventy-fifth anniversary of Liberia's independence and the 
contributions of Liberian Americans to Michigan and the 13th 
Congressional District Strong.
  Founded in 1971, the Liberian Association of Michigan remains 
grounded in their mission to provide assistance to those in need and to 
preserve Liberia's cultural heritage in our communities. In its 
commitment to these ideals, the Association hosts numerous events 
throughout the year, including African Heritage and Liberian 
Independence celebrations, as well as events that give back to the 
community, such as Thanksgiving and Back to School programs.
  Beyond hosting numerous charitable and social events, Liberian 
Association of Michigan is ``Doing the Right Thing for the Right 
Reason,'' the theme of this year's annual celebration, in its outreach 
and support to recent immigrants to our country. The Association and 
its members have created a welcoming space for new residents, while 
providing social and economic support. I commend their incredibly 
valuable work and I am incredibly proud of the Liberian Association of 
Michigan's many contributions to our richly diverse communities.
  Please join me in recognizing the Liberian Association of Michigan as 
they celebrate more than fifty years of service, culture, and kinship 
across Michigan's 13th Congressional District.

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