House Proceeding 05-04-09 on May 4th, 2009 :: 0:25:22 to 0:26:47
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Pedro Pierluisi: representative -- the delegate of the district of puerto rico. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from puerto rico is recognized for one minute. mr. pierluisi: i rise in strong support of house resolution 230, which has been introduced by my friend and colleague, mr. baca, and recognizes the historical significance of cinco de mayo.

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Speech By: Pedro Pierluisi

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Pedro Pierluisi: for the people of mexico, cinco de mayo is an important symbol of freedom, liberty and self-determination. in our country, cinco de mayo is a celebration of the rich history and culture that mexican americans have brought to the united states. hispanics are the fastest growing minori group in the united states.

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Pedro Pierluisi: there are 30 hispanic members of congress, including many mexican americans representing constituencies from all ound the country. tomorrow, millions of americans will join our neighbors to the south in celebrating cinco de mayo. this day serves as an important reminder of mexico's proud history and of the many contributions that mexican

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Pedro Pierluisi: americans have made to this country. i urge my colleagues to help recognize cinco de mayo and to support house resolution 230. i the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman's time has expired. mr. boozman: i continue to yield, if the gentleman has more speakers. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from arkansas