March 7, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 41 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E267]
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                        IN HONOR OF TOULA BARBER

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 7, 2019

  Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Toula Barber, 
who is being honored by the Daughters of Penelope Chapter No. 51 this 
Saturday, March 9, 2019 for her dedication to the organization. The 
Daughters of Penelope promotes the ideals and traditions of Hellenism 
in America, focusing on service to one's community.
  My own ancestors, like Toula herself, moved to this country from 
Greece for freedom and a better life. During her many years in New 
Hampshire, Toula has been more than just a model citizen--she has 
become a pillar of our community. Her warmth, deep sense of compassion, 
and ethic of community service are extraordinary, and I feel lucky to 
count her as a role model and a friend.
  For many years, Toula served as a District Governor for the Daughters 
of Penelope Ilios Chapter No. 51. In this organization, Toula has done 
more than just uphold and carry on important traditions for the Greek 
community--she has also brought our Greek traditions to our broader 
Manchester community, helping make our city more inclusive and open.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to thank Toula for her decades of dedication to our 
community. I hope that she enjoys celebrating this well-deserved honor, 
and I thank her for all that she does to make our state such a 
wonderful place to learn, live, and grow.

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