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“TRIBUTE TO THE MATILDA JOSLYN GAGE FOUNDATION” mentioning the U.S. Dept of State was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E1671-E1672 on Sept. 28, 2012.
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TRIBUTE TO THE MATILDA JOSLYN GAGE FOUNDATION
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HON. ANN MARIE BUERKLE
of new york
in the house of representatives
Friday, September 28, 2012
Ms. BUERKLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation of Fayetteville, New York, upon the occasion of receiving federal funding through the Department of State's Museums Connect Program--a highly selective program that aims to strengthen cultural understanding through collaborative and innovative projects facilitated by museums.
The Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation dedicates its efforts to educating individuals about the life and work of Matilda Joslyn Gage and her significant contributions to the women's suffrage movement of the 19th century.
With respect to her commitment and dedication to women's rights and human liberation, the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation commits itself to celebrating her life and promoting the continuing significance of the works of Matilda Joslyn Gage for current and future generations.
Consistent with her values, the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation works to preserve the home of this great American figure, as well as preserve her writings, provide educational programs devoted to the abolitionist and suffrage movements, and promote the history of Central New York as a beacon during our nation's great civil rights movements.
It is with honor that I pause in my legislative deliberations to acknowledge the Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation for its dedication to strengthening and developing cultural and historical understanding throughout Central New York and the United States.
Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my colleagues join me in congratulating The Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation, recipients of the Department of State's Museums Connect grant.
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