[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24082]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




IN HONOR OF OUR UNITED STATES VETERANS AND HOLLY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 
                           OF WESTLAKE, OHIO

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
all veterans of the 10th Congressional District of Ohio--for their 
service, bravery, and dedication on behalf of our country. Most 
significantly, we stand in tribute and remembrance of those veterans 
who have made the ultimate sacrifice when they answered the call to 
duty.
  I also stand in honor and recognition of the children and educators 
of Holly Lane Elementary School. By allowing our students the 
opportunity to meet and know our veterans, we are presenting them 
living examples of real heroes. We are giving them a true understanding 
of the meaning of the words conviction, courage and selflessness. We 
are offering them the understanding of a vital, living lesson that 
speaks to our American history and to the preservation of our liberty--
the brave men and women who have endured great pain and sacrifice in 
order to secure freedom and democracy for us all--our United States 
Veterans.
  Every veteran that stands before us today at Holly Lane Elementary 
School represents the heart and soul of America and reminds us of our 
quest for justice and peace here at home, and the struggle of those who 
seek justice and peace around the world. The staff and students of 
Holly Lane Elementary School reflect the gratitude and respect for our 
men and women in the armed forces, sentiments that are shared by all 
Americans. The students of Holly Lane Elementary School also reflect a 
vision of hope and faith for our future.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor, tribute and 
gratitude to the men and women of our armed forces, past and present. 
They reflect the quest and struggle for human rights and freedom from 
oppression, a basic human element that unifies us all. Let us forever 
remember and honor their ultimate service, great sacrifice and 
unwavering sense of commitment to the preservation of our American 
democracy and our freedoms.

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