Introduction of A Resolution Recognizing the Historic Role of Victory Gardens
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Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Earth Day by introducing a resolution recognizing the historic role Victory Gardens have served in strengthening our country's food security, health education; and community morale through the worst of times, including World War I, II and their current importance as we battle the current Coronavirus pandemic. I want to thank my dear colleague and proud son of Nebraska, Ranking Member Jeff Fortenberry, for partnering with me on this valiant endeavor.
America faced many challenges head-on during World War I and World War II, and even the youngest and oldest citizens across the country could participate. Millions came together to strengthen food security by planting Victory Gardens. Again today, we find ourselves facing a new enemy, an invisible enemy--COVID-19. Its devastation is broad and indiscriminate. Life as we have known it is forever changed. But as we seek comfort and higher purpose, the call to reignite the patriotism of Victory Gardens rings loud. Let us unite once more to strengthen community while we are apart and help supplement troubled food chains to defy and delay insecurity. The harvest of fresh fruits and vegetables in our own backyards would have an indelible impact for our families and neighbors.
This challenge presents a ripe opportunity to educate our children on the value of mother-Earth, as we implement home schooling lessons with schools shuttered. Investments, whether time, effort, or financial, in Victory Gardening will help teach our young citizens the fundamentals of healthy and nutritious food, and the sense of accomplishment that comes with cultivation. We must not let this opportunity or duty go to waste.
While we continue to combat the devastating effects of COVID-19, I urge citizens across our great nation to raise their spades and seeds, and join me in planting Victory Gardens. I urge my colleagues to support this important resolution.
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