[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 23473-23474]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                            HONORING DIWALI

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 29, 2008

  Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the 
celebration of Diwali, the ``Festival of Lights.''
  It is during this time that the Hindu people celebrate their heritage 
with festivals, fireworks, and worship.
  I would like to acknowledge the thousands of Hindus in my 
Congressional District and their valuable contributions to our 
community as citizens of strong faith, families with deep cultural 
roots, and business leaders of unmatched work ethic and ingenuity.
  Diwali marks the Hindu commitments to faith, peace, family and 
heritage.
  Madam Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, please join me in 
acknowledging the celebration of Diwali and wishing the Hindu people of 
Illinois' Sixth Congressional District a peaceful holiday.

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