[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21622]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF THE CLEVELAND INDIANS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 28, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Major League Baseball's Cleveland Indians Organization, in partnership 
with the Hispanic Community Services Coalition as they unite in 
celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and Viva Cleveland!
  Viva Cleveland!, a joyous event, will be held at Jacobs Field on 
September 16th and will showcase the Parade of Flags representing 21 
Latino nations, and carried aloft by youth of Hispanic heritage. The 
Parade of Flags promises to reflect the diverse, rich and colorful 
fabric that comprises the brilliant mosaic of our Cleveland community.
  The players, administrators and fans of the Cleveland Indians 
organization carry on a century-old legacy of community outreach 
focused on cultural and charitable causes throughout northeast Ohio. 
Their individual and collective service continues to provide an array 
of life-enriching programs for baseball fans of all ages. The vital 
programs implemented by the Cleveland Indians and in partnership with 
other community agencies, serves to elevate the quality of life for 
countless families and individuals throughout our community. The 
Cleveland Indians' support of the young people of our region is offered 
through three programs: Educational, Recreational and Humanitarian. 
These programs provide the necessary support and guidance to assist our 
youth in attaining their educational and professional goals, and also 
promotes strength in character by fostering self-confidence.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and celebration 
of the Cleveland Indians Organization, as they partnership with the 
Hispanic Community Services Coalition to celebrate Hispanic Heritage 
Month and Viva Cleveland! Their collective and individual efforts 
serves to celebrate our diversity and provides humanitarian assistance 
where needed, thereby enhancing the lives of countless people, and 
bolstering the spirit of the City of Cleveland, and far beyond.

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