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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 158
BY SENATOR PETERSON
A RESOLUTION
To designate June 2016 as "National Caribbean-American Heritage Month" in Louisiana.
WHEREAS, the United States is, and always has been, a nation of immigrants; and
WHEREAS, for centuries, Americans have been united with their Caribbean
neighbors not just by friendship and economic cooperation but also by common values and
ties of kin; and
WHEREAS, from a region of extraordinary beauty, generations of immigrants have
brought their enormous spirit, unique talents, and vibrant culture to the United States, and
their contributions have enriched our nation and strengthened the deep bonds we share; and
WHEREAS, throughout the Caribbean, courageous individuals have thrown off the
yoke of colonial rule, seizing the right to chart their own destinies, and they have overcome
the stains of slavery and segregation to widen the circle of opportunity for all; and
WHEREAS, Caribbean Americans have followed in the footsteps of their ancestors,
joining their voices with the chorus of patriots and carrying forward the baton of justice in
places like Selma and Seneca Falls; and
WHEREAS, Caribbean Americans strengthen every aspect of our society and we
must ensure that the United States remains a magnet for the best and the brightest from
around the world by lifting up those hardworking individuals throughout the Caribbean and
partnering with governments to build the foundation for the next century of progress and
prosperity; and
WHEREAS, Caribbean Americans have shaped the course of the United States since
the earliest chapters of its history, and they continue to drive our nation to realize the
promise of our founding fathers; and
WHEREAS, during National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we honor the
courage and perseverance of the Caribbean-American community, and rededicate ourselves
to building opportunity and protecting human rights for all our citizens.
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby designate June 2016 as "National Caribbean-American Heritage Month" in
Louisiana.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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