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Charlie Crist was mentioned in 2022 NATIONAL CONVENTION OF LAMBDA THETA PHI IN TAMPA, FLORIDA..... on page E740 covering the 2nd Session of the 117th Congress published on July 15 in the Congressional Record.

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2022 NATIONAL CONVENTION OF LAMBDA THETA PHI IN TAMPA, FLORIDA

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HON. CHARLIE CRIST

of florida

in the house of representatives

Friday, July 15, 2022

Mr. CRIST. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and extend my congratulations to Lambda Theta Phi on their 2022 National Convention, and I commend them on their decision to host this year's convention in the city of Tampa, which is just across the Bay from my home district of Pinellas County in the great state of Florida.

Since its founding in 1975, Lambda Theta Phi has undertaken many laudable initiatives, such as fundraising for victims of natural disasters and helping those struggling with homelessness get back on their feet. In doing so, they have demonstrated their enduring commitment to the lofty ideals laid out by the Fraternal Fathers, Dr. Cayetano Socarras and Dr. Jose Quiles, including academic excellence, service, leadership, and Latino unity.

As a lifelong Florida resident, former Governor, and proud Representative of Florida's 13th Congressional District, I have seen the power of these ideals in action. From their close partnership with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, to the dozens of Lambda Theta Phi brothers in Washington, Tallahassee, and across Florida working tirelessly for a better future, Lambda Theta Phi brothers truly represent the best of our communities.

It is with great pleasure that I congratulate this historic organization on their continued national engagement through this convention, and extend my best wishes to them in all their future endeavors. Finally, I echo the chant that has united Latino brothers in fraternity and a shared mission for almost 50 years--Lambda Theta Phi, Lambda 'till the day we die.

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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 117(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 117(2)

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