[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 118 (Tuesday, July 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E654]
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                        HONORING OLIMPIA ANDRADE

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2023

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the service and 
accomplishments of Olimpia Andrade, my intern who is transitioning from 
my office to continue her mission.
  A Massachusetts native with Cape Verdean origins, Olimpia came to my 
office to improve the American policy system. While in my office, 
Olimpia has pushed my agendas to great lengths--from drafting memos, to 
organizing information, to researching data.
  In our time together, I have recognized that Olimpia is a force in 
research. Her passion has been powerful over the semester as we have 
fought for the lives of underserved and disadvantaged communities. 
Olimpia attends Spelman College where she is studying Political 
Science. Her commitment to justice has led Olimpia to become involved 
with organizations on her campus such as the Spelman Chapter of the 
NAACP and the Ford First Generation Mentorship Program. Olimpia has and 
will continue to make a difference and leave her mark on public policy 
as she continues to fight for a better system.
  On behalf of Florida's 24th Congressional District, I ask my 
colleagues to join me in honoring Olimpia Andrade for her exemplary 
accomplishments, dedication to public service, and trailblazing 
leadership.

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