We have just heard from the previous speakers the life and times of this inspired artist with whom Im very proud to share the same Greek heritage. Many walk through the halls of Congress. but do not know much about the man who dedicated most of his professional life to beautifying it. Constantino Brumidi. a Greek and Italian immigrant. came to America in search of freedom and opportunity. What he accomplished rivals most any immigrant success story. Constantino Brumidis life and work exemplify the lives of millions of immigrants who came to pursue the American dream. Soon after becoming an American citizen. Brumidi was commissioned to decorate the structure which houses the greatest democratic institution in world history.
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