[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 149 (Thursday, September 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E937-E938]
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             RECOGNIZING THE RIVERTON PEACE POLE COALITION

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                             HON. ANDY KIM

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 15, 2022

  Mr. KIM of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
Riverton Peace Pole Coalition as they celebrate the United Nations' 
International Day of Peace.
  Since 1981, people and organizations across the world commemorate 
this day in the hope of strengthening the prospect of peace. For New 
Jersey's 3rd District and beyond, this day of non-violence and cease-
fire serves as a reminder for us to continuously strive for equality 
and justice. Now more than ever, our role on the world stage is 
magnified and our leadership in promoting international peace will be a 
positive influence in countries and cultures across the globe.
  This year's International Day of Peace theme, ``End Racism. Build 
Peace,'' is a reminder for us of how dismantling racism both in our own 
homes and overseas can positively impact people of color and other 
minority communities. We are at a pivotal point in history where 
internal divisions resulting from discrimination and racism have become 
more common and violent than in recent years. Following the COVID-19 
pandemic and the rise

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of numerous social movements fighting for change, we have seen how 
conflicts around the world can affect some racial minorities harder 
than others. In keeping with the United Nations' values on this day, we 
recognize each of us can contribute to a future built on the premises 
and promises of human rights, everywhere.
  I am incredibly humbled by what the coalition members in New Jersey's 
3rd District are doing today to honor our commitment to build stronger 
communities and extend hope for empathy internationally. As they 
prepare to honor the United Nation's call for peace, I extend my best 
wishes to everyone in this district for doing their part to spread 
positivity and peace.

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