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RECOGNIZING THE EGYPTIAN HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL
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HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY
of new york
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise to convey my good wishes to the organizers of this year's Egyptian Heritage Day Festival in Astoria, Queens. Thanks in part to the efforts of dedicated groups such as theirs, New York City is one of the world's great cultural melting pots.
The Egyptian community has long been a pillar of New York City's vibrant immigrant landscape and events like the Egyptian Heritage Day Festival highlight the essential role that Egyptians and all cultural groups play in shaping the fabric of our great city and country.
I have the privilege of representing Little Egypt in Congress, and I have seen firsthand the beauty and strength of this community. Whether it is with authentic Egyptian restaurants, small businesses or community events, Little Egypt and our city's Egyptian community play a key role in making New York City the multicultural capital of the world.
Egyptian Americans have made significant contributions to our country in the fields of science, arts, sports or entertainment. Ahmed Zewail was the first Egyptian to be awarded a Nobel Prize in a scientific field. He studied in and taught at our nation's finest institutions and was nominated by President Obama to serve on the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. Mohamed Atalla is often described as a pioneer of semiconductors and electronics. He was awarded the Benjamin Franklin medal in physics and was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Rami Malek has starred in several award-winning films and in 2018 he became the first actor of Egyptian heritage to win the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Bohemian Rhapsody. Michael Mina, is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and now heads the Mina Group, a network of 40 restaurants worldwide.
As these examples illustrate, Egyptian Americans have played a crucial part in our country's scientific, cultural, and artistic accomplishments. Their talents, hard work and dedication help make our country a global beacon of opportunity and discovery.
Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating the organizers of this festival and celebrating the enormous contributions that Egyptian-Americans have made to our country.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 120(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 120(2)
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