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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, March 25, 2021, marks the 200th anniversary of the |
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start of the revolution that freed the Greek people from centuries |
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of oppression under the Ottoman Empire; and |
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WHEREAS, In designing a democratic government for the United |
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States, the founding fathers drew on the political experience and |
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philosophy of ancient Greeks, who vested the supreme power in the |
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people; and |
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WHEREAS, After Texas won its independence from Mexico in |
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1836, the citizens of Texas derived inspiration from the principles |
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of democracy and liberty forged in Greece and built on those same |
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ideals when they formed their own government; and |
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WHEREAS, Both American and Greek cultures value faith and a |
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democratic form of government; our nations have long opposed |
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tyranny, and we share a willingness to make sacrifices to advance |
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the cause of freedom and equality; and |
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WHEREAS, The governor of the State of Texas first recognized |
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March 25 as Greek Independence Day in 1943, and the event remains |
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important in many Texas communities, where those of Greek ancestry |
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mark the day in churches, homes, and community centers with |
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religious services and celebrations; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, we join with all those who cherish freedom |
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and self-determination to commemorate 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 87th Texas |
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Legislature hereby recognize March 25, 2021, 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. |