[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 174 (Thursday, November 10, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1128]
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                       HONORING COUNTESS BALOGUN

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 10, 2022

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today as a descendant of 
Bahamians, to recognize Countess Balogun for her contribution to the 
City of Miami's designation of the Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove on 
July 19, 2022.
  Since the 19th century, Bahamians played an integral role in the 
founding of the City of Miami, representing one-third of the registered 
signatories on July 28, 1896, date of the city's incorporation. Much 
like Miami's original Bahamian signatories, Countess Balogun's 
commitment to preserving the rich Bahamian culture and history of Miami 
has helped to ensure the designation of the Little Bahamas of Coconut 
Grove.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring Countess Balogun for her 
contributions to the community and her role in the historic designation 
of the Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove.

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