[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 181 (Friday, December 6, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H6416]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 1984 SUMMER OLYMPICS

  (Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 40th 
anniversary of the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, a 
momentous event that redefined what the Olympics could achieve and left 
a lasting legacy for our Nation and the world.
  The 1984 Games were groundbreaking, the first privately financed, and 
most financially successful in history. With 5.7 million tickets sold 
and events across 4,000 square miles of southern California, they 
captivated the world and showcased Los Angeles as a global leader.
  More than a display of athletic excellence, the 1984 Games ushered in 
a new era of innovation, technology, and inclusivity, while fostering 
international good will and reminding us that sport has the power to 
unite where politics may divide.
  From this success, the LA84 Foundation was born, ensuring that the 
legacy of the 1984 Olympics continues to benefit future generations. 
Over the past four decades, the foundation has supported millions of 
young people, built vital infrastructure, and led the national 
conversation on play, equity, and youth development.
  As we look ahead to the 2028 Olympics, Los Angeles will once again 
welcome the world, offering a unique opportunity to harness the soft 
power of sport to promote peace, strengthen global relationships, and 
inspire future generations. Let us build on this legacy as we prepare 
to unite the world once again in 2028.

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