SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 6

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize entertainer and humanitarian Harry Belafonte, the 
featured guest speaker at the 14th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,
Celebration in Dallas; and

	WHEREAS, Harry Belafonte has received international 
acclaim for his talent as a singer, actor, writer, and director 
and for his dedication and commitment to helping people around 
the world in the struggle for equality; and

	WHEREAS, Mr. Belafonte met Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., 
in the early 1950s and maintained an enduring friendship with the 
renowned civil rights leader until his death; with Dr. King's 
sanction, he spread the civil rights struggle for freedom 
throughout the world, using his global popularity to further 
the worthy cause; and

	WHEREAS, Born in Harlem, Harry Belafonte grew up in Jamaica,
his mother's native land; after serving in the United States Navy 
during World War II, he returned to New York and began a long and 
productive career in the performing arts; and

	WHEREAS, A gifted entertainer, Mr. Belafonte gained 
immense popularity for both his musical and theatrical talents 
and became one of the most respected African American actors of 
all time in movies and television; and

	WHEREAS, Over the years, Harry Belafonte gave generously 
to further the cause of civil rights, and the positive impact he 
has made on the lives of children around the world as a UNICEF 
Goodwill Ambassador is unparalleled; and

	WHEREAS, As Texans across the state join the nation in 
celebrating the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it is 
indeed appropriate that the Texas Senate recognize one who 
continues the work of Dr. King and whose contributions make 
the world a better place for all people; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
79th Legislature, hereby commend Harry Belafonte for his worthy 
contributions to the betterment of mankind and for the many years 
he has provided entertainment to the world; and, be it further


	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on January 12, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate