[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16045]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING SUNDAY OCTOBER 11TH AS THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL

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                      HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 9, 2015

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sunday, 
October 11 as the International Day of the Girl. This day celebrates 
the accomplishments of young women throughout the country and 
throughout the world and empowers future generations of young leaders. 
This day also promotes discussion on issues that affect girls and women 
everywhere.
  From Sojourner Truth who fought for the abolishment of slavery and 
the importance of women's rights to Elizabeth Cady Staton who fought 
for women's right to vote, throughout our history, women have led and 
empowered change in our country and around the world.
  As husband to a loving wife and father of three girls, I believe that 
we must foster a climate filled with freedom and opportunity for young 
women everywhere to learn, lead, and achieve their dreams.
  Therefore, let us join in the celebration of the International Day of 
the Girl.

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