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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, March 25, 2011, marks an important date in the lives |
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of Greek residents of Texas and beyond, as it commemorates the 190th |
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anniversary of Greek Independence Day; and |
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WHEREAS, On March 25, 1821, the brave men and women of Greece |
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began their struggle for liberty against the Ottoman Empire, and in |
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January 1822 the rebels declared their nation's independence; and |
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WHEREAS, Both American and Greek cultures value faith, |
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community, civic engagement, and a democratic form of government; |
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our nations have long opposed tyrannical regimes that emphasize |
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military might and dominance over the well-being and rights of |
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people, and we share a willingness to make tremendous sacrifices in |
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order to advance the causes of freedom, equality, and human |
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dignity; and |
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WHEREAS, In forming our democratic framework, America's |
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founders derived inspiration from the principles of democracy and |
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liberty forged in Greece, and citizens of Texas built on those same |
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ideals when they formed a government after achieving independence |
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from Mexico in 1836; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, we join with all those who cherish freedom |
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and self-determination to recognize this historic date and to |
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reaffirm the democratic vision that gave birth to our two great |
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nations; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize March 25, 2011, as Greek Independence |
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Day and honor the important contributions made by Greek Americans |
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on this significant occasion. |