SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 10
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of San Antonio in honoring the life, struggles,
and great accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of
the nation's greatest civil rights leaders, on the occasion of
the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Wreath-Laying
Ceremony, which is being held January 20, 2013; and
WHEREAS, The ceremony is taking place in King Plaza,
located at the intersection of North New Braunfels Avenue and
East Houston Street; during this event, citizens of all races and
religions come together and lay wreaths in front of the statue of
Dr. King to celebrate his legacy; and
WHEREAS, Dr. King dedicated his life to achieving
nonviolent social change, and he maintained that it is far better
to love than to hate, that one should seek justice rather than
revenge, and that one should refrain from acts of violence
against any person, group, race, or religion; and
WHEREAS, The San Antonio Martin Luther King, Jr.
Commission and other organizations holding commemorative
functions are to be commended for their dedication to the memory
of Dr. King; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby join the citizens of San Antonio as they
honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a
wreath-laying ceremony and commend them on their commitment to
the principles of justice and equality for all; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the City of San Antonio in honor of this special day.
Uresti
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 15, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate