Political Quotes

“today I wish to recognize Journey House in Milwaukee, WI, on its 50th anniversary. For five decades, Journey House has been a beacon of hope in the city's Clarke Square neighborhood. Since its founding in the summer of 1969, Journey House has made tremendous strides in helping families move out of poverty on Milwaukee's near Southside. I am delighted to honor this remarkable community organization and commemorate this significant milestone. Through its four core programs, Journey House has helped low-income community members achieve their greatest potential. Its adult education program provides basic skills and GED education in both English and Spanish to lay the foundation for a successful career path. Its youth development programs focus on keeping children and young adults away from drugs and violence. Its emphasis on workforce readiness builds the skills and motivation employers seek. Its family engagement events offer the simple but important gift of spending time together in a safe and welcoming environment. Programming also includes community learning centers, housing for homeless youth aging out of foster care, and affordable family housing. Journey House began with a staff of two local teenagers, Zlan Kleczewski and Rudy Rosas, working as codirectors. With funding from VISTA--Volunteers in Service to America--they organized programs for youth engagement and development.…”