[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 7] [House] [Page 10063] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]CELEBRATING THE WOMEN IN THE U.S. MILITARY AND EXPRESSING OUR SYMPATHY TO THE PEOPLE OF CHINA (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it's an honor to be able to rise today to celebrate two important statements that were made on the floor of the House today. I might alter that and say ``celebrate'' but also to acknowledge and commemorate. I do want to associate myself with the legislation of Congresswoman Susan Davis of California in acknowledging the women in the United States military. Women have shown themselves in Iraq and Afghanistan and all around the world to be true leaders. Many have been injured, many of them have seen serious injuries. They have been mothers, they have been sisters and daughters. They have led their families, but yet they have been warriors and battlers for the freedom of America. I salute them and celebrate them as we commemorate Memorial Day. Let me also join Mr. Wu in offering my deepest sympathy to the people of China for this tragic earthquake and the loss of now some thousands upon thousands of individuals. We extend our hand not only of friendship but of support and charity, and I look forward to working with the Counsulate General in Houston to be able to provide support for those families here in the United States as well as those who are suffering in China. Our deepest prayers and deepest sympathy for those who mourn the loss of their loved ones. ____________________