[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11651]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  TRIBUTE TO THE CENTER FOR WORK EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT ON THE 25TH 
                      ANNIVERSARY OF ITS FOUNDING

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 8, 2007

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Center 
for Work Education and Employment on the 25th anniversary of its 
founding.
  This Denver-based Center has helped thousands of severely 
disadvantaged adults prepare for, maintain, and retain employment.
  For 25 years, the Center's volunteers and employees have provided a 
full-time job readiness program, evening computer classes, and 
preparation for General Education Development tests for residents of 
the Denver area living below the poverty line. For those who need more 
than job training, the Center for Work Education and Employment 
provides instruction in life skills, builds relationships with 
potential employers, and helps participants deal with personal issues 
and obstacles.
  Their continued 25-year commitment to the community is an 
inspiration. The Center helps thousands to turn their life around by 
breaking free of public assistance and becoming independent productive 
citizens. This work is vital to the Denver area and is a model for 
caring citizens giving back to their community.
  I applaud, and am grateful for, the work and dedication of the Center 
for Work Education and Employment on the 25th anniversary of their 
founding. They have enriched the Denver community and changed the lives 
of thousands and I look forward to another 25 years.

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