[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18598]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                     CALIFORNIA'S SESQUICENTENNIAL

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                               speech of

                          HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 13, 2000

  Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, today, I join my colleagues in celebrating 
California's 150 year anniversary of statehood. This is a monumental 
time in our history not only as a people from a state but as a 
constantly growing and ever changing nation. I am proud and honored to 
be a part of such a special event.
  Throughout my life, I have been lucky enough to call the 46th 
Congressional District in Southern California home. It's experience has 
been an honor to not only serve my constituents, but enjoy the many 
opportunities that our state has to offer.
  Orange County, California is known the world over for it's performing 
arts, education and the Anaheim Angels major league base ball team. 
Anaheim, California is home to Disney Land, the ``Happiest Place on 
Earth'' which has entertained families for over fifty years.
  For over a century, my state has been a leader and the very backbone 
for economic opportunity in almost every major field. It is this 
nations leader in trade and shipping as well as a model for education, 
environmental initiatives, and the world's largest entertainment 
industry.
  The 46th District in California is culturally diverse and represents 
the best of what California has to offer. I am deeply honored to 
represent those from the 46th Congressional District in California, and 
I will continue my responsibility to all who call Orange County, 
California home.

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