Mr. Speaker. today. I would like to recognize Tom Hom. a man who has made it his lifes work to better the city of San Diego. As the Americanborn son of Chinese immigrants. Tom saw firsthand the discrimination that Asian Americans experienced in the U.S. in the early 20th century as his parents worked tirelessly to build a better life for their twelve children. Despite immense obstacles. Tom rose to success. all the while giving back to his family and his community. In 1963. Tom Hom was elected to the San Diego City Council. becoming the citys first minority councilmember. and he went on to serve in the California State Assembly.
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