Speech #980254913

Mr. Speaker. of the many issues the House of Representatives will be addressing during these last few legislative days of the 98th session of Congress. one of particular prominence is the Immigration Reform and Control Act. While we all deliberate this legislation designed to regain control of our borders. we must also consider the needs of the immigrants already in our country and how to integrate those who will immigrate in the future into American society. I. therefore. commend to your reading the following article written by my good friend and colleague NoRm SHUMWAY. "E Pluribus Unum" was published in the Christian Science Monitor on August 14 and provides an excellent dissertation on the diverse ctiltures in the United States. the English language and the important role these two ingredients play in making our country strong. [From the Christian Science Monitor. Aug. 14. 19841