[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19128]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF POLISH NEWS

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                           HON. RAHM EMANUEL

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 16, 2007

  Mr. EMANUEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 10th 
anniversary of Polish News, Chicago's Polish American monthly magazine. 
Polish News has served as an integral part of the Polish American 
community for the past decade, documenting Polish American culture in 
Chicago and around the world.
  On behalf of the more than 110,000 residents of the Fifth 
Congressional District of Polish descent, I want to congratulate Polish 
News on their 10 years of success, and wish them well for many more to 
come.
  Publications like Polish News promote cultural understanding and are 
vital in maintaining cohesive relationships in a Nation as diverse as 
our own. For the past 10 years, Polish News has documented the vibrant 
social, civic, and philanthropic accomplishments of Polish Americans 
and their contributions to our society.
  The magazine's success is due in large part to its wide array of 
content, including interviews with prominent Polish American leaders, 
profiles of community members and special events, and information on 
historical moments of importance to the Polish community.
  Polish Americans have shared a leading role in business, fine arts, 
charity and many other forms of public service. The Polish American 
influence has shaped the city of Chicago and our country into the 
strong and dynamic Nation that it is today. I commend Polish News for 
documenting these events, ideas, and stories.
  Today, I am proud to reaffirm our appreciation and respect for the 
Polish culture and the Polish American community as we congratulate 
Polish News on its dedication to promoting our city's ethic pride. I 
look forward to continuing to read Polish News in the years to come.

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