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Arab American Heritage Month Proclamation
Memorandum
WHEREAS, For over a century, Arab Americans have been making valuable contributions to virtually every aspect of American society: in medicine, law, business, education, technology, government, military service, culture; and
WHEREAS, Since migrating to America, men and women of Arab descent have shared their rich culture and traditions with neighbors and friends, while also setting fine examples of model citizens and public servants; and
WHEREAS, They brought with them to America their resilient family values, strong work ethic, dedication to education, and diversity in faith and creed that have added strength to our great democracy; and
WHEREAS, Arab Americans have also enriched our society by sharing in the entrepreneurial American spirit that makes our nation free and prosperous; and
WHEREAS, The history of Arab Americans in the US remains neglected or defaced by misconceptions, bigotry, and anti-Arab hate in the forms of crimes and speech; and
WHEREAS, Arab American issues, such as civil rights abuses, harmful stereotyping, and bullying must be combated in the forms of education and awareness; and
WHEREAS, They join all Americans in the desire to see a peaceful and diverse society, where every individual is treated equally and feels safe; and
WHEREAS, The incredible contributions and heritage of Arab Americans have helped us build a better nation.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Christopher Taylor, Mayor of Ann Arbor, Michigan, join the Arab America Foundation to celebrate the contributions Arab Americans have made to society, and do hereby declare April 2022 to be Arab American Heritage Month in the City of Ann Arbor. We encourage all community members to join us in this special observance.
I hereby set my hand and seal
This 18th day of April, 2022
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Christopher Taylor
Mayor of the City of Ann Arbor