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Proclamation
WHEREAS, The United States is a nation whose strength comes from its
diversity, and all individuals should feel safe and respected, and
treated fairly, regardless of race, gender, orientation, religion, and
political views; and
WHEREAS,
country, and has witnessed the dangers and repercussions of hate,
racism, and bigotry rise and manifest in violent, hateful, and cruel
attacks throughout the United States and the greater San Francisco
Bay Area; and
WHEREAS,
continue fighting against hate by welcoming all people and
countering anything that acts as a bias that poses a threat to the
safety and civility of our neighborhoods, residents, and all people;
and
WHEREAS,
against hate, to do the consistent and hard work of optimizing
equity and fairness in a society committed to free expression, and
to celebrate unity and diversity; and
WHEREAS,
cities, sending a resounding message that we are united in our
resolve to combat hate and promote acceptance; and
THEREFORE,
proclaim the week of September 21 – September 27, in conjuncture
with jurisdictions throughout the Bay Area as,
United Against Hate Week
in the City of Cupertino and call on all residents and businesses to act, build more
inclusion, and stop hate for a better and more supportive community in the City of
Cupertino and the greater San Francisco Bay Area.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of
Cupertino to be affixed this Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
____________________________
The Honorable Sheila Mohan
Mayor, City of Cupertino