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| 1 | HOUSE RESOLUTION | ||||||
| 2 | WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of | ||||||
| 3 | Representatives wish to congratulate the Arab American | ||||||
| 4 | Democratic Club on the occasion of its 40th anniversary; and | ||||||
| 5 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club holds the | ||||||
| 6 | distinguished honor of being the very first Arab organization | ||||||
| 7 | of its kind in the State of Illinois and proudly remains the | ||||||
| 8 | longest-standing Arab organization in the region; and | ||||||
| 9 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club was founded by | ||||||
| 10 | the visionary leader Samir Khalil and the late Miriam Ziyad, | ||||||
| 11 | pioneers who recognized the need for a platform that would | ||||||
| 12 | empower Arab Americans, celebrate their cultural heritage, and | ||||||
| 13 | advocate for their rightful place in the diverse tapestry of | ||||||
| 14 | Illinois; and | ||||||
| 15 | WHEREAS, Throughout its 40-year history, the Arab American | ||||||
| 16 | Democratic Club has remained unwavering in its commitment to | ||||||
| 17 | fostering civic engagement, promoting diversity, and advancing | ||||||
| 18 | the interests of Arab Americans, setting an inspiring example | ||||||
| 19 | for future generations; and | ||||||
| 20 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club has not only | ||||||
| 21 | served as a vital pillar of support for the Arab American | ||||||
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| 1 | community but has also played a pivotal role in building | ||||||
| 2 | bridges of understanding and cooperation among all communities | ||||||
| 3 | while championing unity, inclusivity, and activism as guiding | ||||||
| 4 | principles; and | ||||||
| 5 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club has | ||||||
| 6 | significantly contributed to strengthening democracy through | ||||||
| 7 | leading efforts to increase voter participation, supporting | ||||||
| 8 | candidates who uphold its values, and advocating for policies | ||||||
| 9 | that ensure justice and equity for all; and | ||||||
| 10 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club has played an | ||||||
| 11 | instrumental role in shaping the history and future of | ||||||
| 12 | Illinois, enriching the cultural fabric of the State, and | ||||||
| 13 | fostering a sense of pride and belonging for Arab Americans; | ||||||
| 14 | and | ||||||
| 15 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club's 40th | ||||||
| 16 | anniversary is a historic milestone and an occasion to | ||||||
| 17 | celebrate the enduring legacy of its founders, Samir Khalil | ||||||
| 18 | and the late Miriam Ziyad, whose dedication and vision have | ||||||
| 19 | paved the way for the club's continued success; and | ||||||
| 20 | WHEREAS, The Arab American Democratic Club will celebrate | ||||||
| 21 | its 40th anniversary on November 1, 2023; therefore, be it | ||||||
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| 1 | RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE | ||||||
| 2 | HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that | ||||||
| 3 | we congratulate the Arab American Democratic Club, the first | ||||||
| 4 | and longest-standing Arab organization in the State of | ||||||
| 5 | Illinois, on its 40th anniversary; and be it further | ||||||
| 6 | RESOLVED, That we thank the Arab American Democratic Club | ||||||
| 7 | for its tireless efforts in promoting civic engagement, | ||||||
| 8 | fostering unity, and advocating for justice and equality; and | ||||||
| 9 | be it further | ||||||
| 10 | RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be | ||||||
| 11 | presented to the Arab American Democratic Club as an | ||||||
| 12 | expression of our esteem and respect. | ||||||