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Happy Diwali

Floor Speech

By: Jim Costa
By: Jim Costa
Date: Nov. 9, 2023
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the beginning of Diwali. Diwali is an anniversary of lights for the Sikhs, Jains, and Hindus here in our country and around the world. It represents times for new beginnings, and what a joyous occasion it is for new beginnings. We certainly reflect upon that.

Families will light dozens of candles in their homes and streets to light up the dark night.

It reminds us that light always triumphs over darkness, as Dr. Martin Luther King was reminded as a follower of Gandhi. It is about good over evil.

I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing a resolution recognizing the historical and cultural significance of Diwali for all of those who celebrate it throughout the world.

Mr. Speaker, may the festival of lights inspire us to lift up our communities, to live with hope instead of despair, and to stand up for what is right.

Happy Diwali.

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