Calling For Dignity, Comfort, And Support For Holocaust Survivors

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Mr. KLEIN of Florida. I thank the lady.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support H. Con. Res. 323, a resolution that calls attention to the thousands of Holocaust survivors who are living below the poverty line. We know in Florida we have a tremendous number of people that have come from that background. They deserve to live their lives in dignity. Holocaust survivors have endured torturous and unimaginable nightmares. All the more so they should be assured a life of comfort and security. It is truly tragic that Holocaust survivors are five times more likely to live below the poverty line than other older Americans.

We are coming together as Members today to send a clear message that we must all help lift Holocaust survivors out of poverty. This is a community obligation because we are human, and we must not allow suffering like this to reach those who have already suffered so much.

I would like to thank my friend, Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, the chief sponsor of this legislation. South Florida is truly lucky to have you. I would also like to commend the many good organizations in Florida and around the country that provide stellar social services to Holocaust survivors. They understand the unique needs of the survivor population and the urgent imperative to solve this crisis.

I call on my colleagues to swiftly pass this important resolution so that we may tell Holocaust survivors, you are not alone.

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