[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25002]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE MONTEREY PARK COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 16, 2003

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Monterey 
Park Community Relations Commission for celebrating cultural diversity 
in the fourteenth annual Harmony Festival.
  For thirteen years, the City of Monterey Park has been instrumental 
in bridging the cultural divide amongst its residents. Their leadership 
and initiative on multicultural awareness have set a high standard for 
other cities. The 32nd Congressional District is a culturally diverse 
district, and it is important that all of us work together to ensure 
that everyone has the opportunity to achieve the dreams for our 
families and ourselves.
  Throughout my career in public service, I have advocated for policies 
that promote greater multicultural harmony and recognize the strength 
that lies in the great diversity of our community, our State, and our 
Nation. In order to build upon the strength of our diverse communities, 
we must break down the discriminatory barriers that exist in our 
country. In this regard, I am fighting in Congress for efforts to 
eliminate discrimination in all aspects of society, including health 
care, education, housing, and employment.
  I take great pride in the cultural diversity that can be found in 
Monterey Park and throughout the Los Angeles region. I commend the City 
of Monterey Park and the Monterey Park Community Relations Commission 
for their efforts to promote greater multi-cultural harmony and 
understanding. These types of events bring the community together to 
focus on diversity and appreciation of our differences.

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