In 1984. the restoration and preservation of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty began. It was the largest refurbishment project in the United States. On September 10. 1990. the Ellis Island Immigration Museum opened. marking the completion of the restoration. One of the features of the Immigrant Museum is the American Immigrant Wall of Honor. This exhibit is devoted to a display of names from a number of national origins. At the opening last fall. 2.000 names were inscribed on the Wall of Honor. Mr. President. I come to this issue with a point of view. you might even say a substantial bias. because my parents were both immigrants. My father came to this country in 1911 at the age of 18 from Russia. and my mother came to this country at the age of 5 from a section of RussoPoland. America is a land of immigrants who have enriched our country with their dedication. hard work. and traditions. I urge my colleagLes to review and cosponsor this concurrent resolution. for I am sure they will concur that it is appropriate to honor those individuals who have made special contributions to build this great Nation.
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