[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 36 (Friday, February 24, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E141]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE VACAVILLE PEOPLE'S FORUM

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 24, 2023

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
Vacaville People's Forum in celebration of their 3rd annual Martin 
Luther King, Jr., Peace in the Park Parade.
  Founded with the goal of amplifying the voices of underrepresented 
populations, the Vacaville People's Forum provides the invaluable 
service of informing local voters in often overlooked elections. Their 
work in holding elected officials accountable is a significant part of 
having an effective local government and an important job in Vacaville.
  Their work includes highlighting outstanding members of our community 
on social media through campaigns like their ``31 Inspiring Women in 
Vacaville,'' where they recognized inspiring women in industries 
ranging from healthcare and education to non-profits.
  The Vacaville People's Forum further enriches their community by 
organizing events like the Martin Luther King, Jr., Peace in the Park 
Parade, the Pride in the Park, and the Be You 2022 Event for 
individuals with special needs, all of which were held within the last 
year.
  These events are an essential part of our community. They bring us 
closer together and help fight the systemic issues that impact our most 
vulnerable populations. The hard work, commitment, and dedicated 
service of the Vacaville People's Forum on the 3rd Annual Martin Luther 
King, Jr., Peace in the Park event showcases the best qualities of our 
community.
  Mr. Speaker, the Vacaville People's Forum has been a source of 
quality debate for public officials and community building events in 
Vacaville. Therefore, it is fitting and proper that they are honored 
here today.

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