P1 1WHEREAS, The greatness of the United States is in large part
2attributable to this country having been able, through the
3democratic process, to achieve a harmonious national unity of its
4people, even though they stem from the most diverse racial,
5religious, and ethnic backgrounds; and
6WHEREAS, The Ukrainian Declaration of Independence took
7place on August 24, 1991; and
8WHEREAS, On August 24, 2016, the Ukrainian American
9community will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ukrainian
10Independence, and on this occasion, it is appropriate to make
11special recognition of California’s Ukrainian American citizens
12and thank them for their countless contributions to our nation’s
13cultural, economic, and political heritage; and
14WHEREAS, Ukraine has proven its commitment to democratic
15ideals which were embodied in the restoration of its independence
16in 1991 and the values and responsibilities associated with those
17ideals; and
18WHEREAS, For centuries, the people of Ukraine have yearned
19and struggled to achieve freedom and independence while
20preserving their religion, culture, language, and self-identity; and
21WHEREAS, Ukrainian self-determination was evident in the
22brave Ukrainian immigrants who settled on the shore of the United
23States and contributed greatly to America by giving back to their
24adopted homeland, while never forgetting their rich history, culture,
25and heritage; and
P2 1WHEREAS, The perseverance and endurance of the Ukrainian
2people in standing against hatred, tyranny, and aggression, and
3their commitment to freedom, liberty, and independence, are
4commendable; and
5WHEREAS, California is proud to be home to people of
6Ukrainian descent and benefits from the rich cultural heritage and
7family values that are passed along to future generations through
8the many Ukrainian musical, social, fraternal, educational, and
9religious organizations; now, therefore, be it
10Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, That the Senate
11hereby recognizes August 24, 2016, as Ukrainian Independence
12Day and calls upon the people of the state to observe the month
13of August 2016 with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and
14activities; and be it further
15Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of
16this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.
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