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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, March 25, 2007, marks the 186th anniversary of the |
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start of the revolution that freed the Greek people from Ottoman |
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rule; and |
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WHEREAS, Ancient Greek political theory and practice |
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inspired the founding fathers of the United States as they framed |
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the constitution and embarked upon the creation of the American |
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nation; and |
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WHEREAS, Citizens of Texas drew on Greek democratic |
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principles when they formed a government after achieving |
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independence from Mexico in 1836; and |
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WHEREAS, Communities throughout Texas have long welcomed |
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Greek immigrants and their descendants, and the contributions of |
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these individuals to the history, culture, and economy of the state |
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have grown steadily since the early 1900s, when the most Greeks |
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immigrated to the United States; Texans have greatly benefited |
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from the strong record of public service compiled by these |
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citizens, as well as from their deep dedication to family, |
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education, and their faith; and |
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WHEREAS, Greek Independence Day has been observed officially |
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in Texas since 1943, when the governor of the state issued a |
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proclamation in remembrance, and the day remains significant to all |
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who hold freedom and democracy as treasured ideals; and |
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WHEREAS, It is fitting that all Texans should proudly join |
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Greek Americans in celebrating this historic date and in |
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reaffirming the democratic vision that gave birth to our two great |
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nations as we commemorate our special ties of friendship, history, |
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and shared values; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize March 25, 2007, as Greek Independence |
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Day and honor the important role the Greek people have played in the |
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annals of the Lone Star State. |