[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10589]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING JUAN MARTIN CASTILLO

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                          HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 6, 2003

  Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Juan Martin Castillo, the recipient of the 2003 Human Relations Award 
given by the Orange County Human Relations Commission.
  The recipients of the Human Relations Awards are named for making 
significant contributions to the county, by demonstrating commitment to 
human and civil rights, and by fostering respect and understanding 
among people of all backgrounds.
  Mr. Castillo has met all of the above. He organized the very first 
meetings of the Latino branch of the Orange County Parents, Families 
and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.
  With Mr. Castillo's help and dedication to the organization, monthly 
meetings consist of dozens of parents and friends who gather to share 
stories and laughter, and to offer support.
  I am very proud of the work Mr. Castillo has done in his community. I 
commend him for his work to make our world a more tolerant place to 
live.

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