Remembering The 90th Anniversary Of Ukrainian Genocide (holodomor) By The Soviet Union In 1932-1933.
Impact
The resolution calls on individuals and organizations to remember the Holodomor and urges educational activities to honor its victims and raise awareness about this dark chapter in history. By recognizing the Holodomor as genocide, the bill not only aims to preserve the memory of those who suffered but also seeks to foster discussions on themes of justice and acknowledgment in relation to historical atrocities. The current war in Ukraine, noted in the resolution, draws parallels to past aggressions, serving to enhance public understanding of ongoing struggles for freedom and sovereignty.
Summary
House Resolution 168 commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian genocide, known as Holodomor, which was perpetrated by the Soviet Union under Joseph Stalin's regime in 1932-1933. The resolution highlights the tragic consequences of this engineered famine, during which millions of Ukrainians died as a result of food confiscation aimed at suppressing their national identity and autonomy. It serves as a reminder of the brutal actions taken by the Soviet government against the Ukrainian people, emphasizing the historical significance of this event and its lasting impact on Ukraine's cultural identity.
Contention
While there may not be significant opposition to the resolution itself, it represents a broader narrative on historical accountability and the importance of acknowledging past injustices as a means to prevent recurrence. The resolution provides a framework for Hawaii to engage with the global community regarding memories of genocide and to contribute to the ongoing discourse around human rights protection and international solidarity with Ukraine. Such recognition can also stimulate discussions around modern applications of these historical lessons in contemporary geopolitical contexts.
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Ukrainian famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, is recognized as a genocide and should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine.
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 90th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine, and that Vladimir Putin's brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine once again threatens the existence of the Ukrainian people, while exacerbating the problems of global hunger.