Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today celebrated Paczki Day, a Polish tradition before the fasting of Lent, by delivering the traditional Polish donuts to friends in the press and community across Michigan’s 6th District. Delivering paczki in celebration of this day is a Dingell family tradition started by John Dingell many years ago when he served in Congress.
“Rituals and traditions in our communities matter. They tie us together from generation to generation, keep us connected in many ways, and memorialize out lost loved ones. The Dingell family immigrated to the United States from Poland, and Paczki Day is a Polish tradition and celebration of Fat Tuesday – the last chance to indulge before the fasting days of Lent,” said Dingell. “Celebrating this heritage on Paczki Day with friends each year is a reminder of our history and an opportunity to share our customs with our neighbors. For me, this day is also a reminder of the importance of respecting diverse cultures and backgrounds, and that we are stronger when we come together and when we focus on what unites us instead of what divides us.”
Please find links to some of today’s Paczki Day interviews below.
