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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
FOURTH ANNUAL WORLD CIVILITY DAY
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HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY
of indiana
in the house of representatives
Monday, April 8, 2019
Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is with great honor and respect that
I recognize the Community Civility Counts Initiative as the
organization celebrates its fourth annual World Civility Day on April
11, 2019, along with the Gary Chamber of Commerce, the entire community
of Northwest Indiana, and beyond. World Civility Day is a day in which
we are asked to become aware of our behavior towards others and to
become mindful of our thoughts, words, and actions. It is a day to
remember that we can be better people in every area of life, and to
remember that our actions serve as an example for generations to come.
In observance of this special event, a day of civility-themed
activities will be held at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, and
an awards banquet will follow in the evening at the Avalon Manor in
Merrillville.
In 2015, Chuck Hughes, Executive Director of the Gary Chamber of
Commerce, and Dr. Gordon E. Bradshaw, Chairman of the Public Policy
Committee, worked together through the Gary Chamber to create the
Civility Counts Initiative. The organization's mission is to build
public awareness of civility and to help transform communities through
positive programs and relationships. The Initiative works to raise the
consciousness level of individuals and groups of people, as so many of
us face incidents of disrespect, intolerance, bullying, or violence.
For striving to make a difference in our communities, the organization
and its supporters are worthy of the highest praise.
This year, the organization welcomes and honors Dr. Clyde Rivers,
President and Founder of IChange Nations. Dr. Rivers is also an
Ambassador-at-Large for the Republic of Burundi, Africa. Dr. Rivers
plans to incorporate the Community Civility Counts message into his own
organization and his work for peace and civility throughout the world.
Showing her support for this powerful message, Ms. Melba Moore, Grammy
nominee and Tony Award winner, will be performing at the International
Awards Dinner. Mr. Michael Turner, saxophonist for the Ohio Players,
and Mr. Reginald Thornton, original dancer from the iconic Soul Train
television show, will celebrate civility through their performances, as
well.
Madam Speaker, I ask you and my other colleagues to join me in
honoring and congratulating the Community Civility Counts Initiative
and in celebrating World Civility Day. The significance of this
movement will have a positive impact on generation after generation.
For their influence, passion, and dedication to the community of
Northwest Indiana and beyond, the leaders and supporters of the
Community Civility Counts Initiative are to be commended.
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