4674641 ACR 20-117, "October 7 Washington, D.C. Rally for Tibet Recognition Resolution of 2013"

A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION

 

20-117 

 

IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

 

October 1, 2013

 

 

To recognize and welcome members of Tibetan-American communities and Tibet supporters, as they join together for the “Rally for Tibet” in a united effort to raise awareness and seek support for the efforts of His Holiness the 14^th Dalai Lama of Tibet and the Central Tibetan Administration to find a peaceful and lasting solution to the Tibetan issue and speak to the plight and struggle of the Tibetan people.

 

            WHEREAS, the Rally for Tibet begins at the historic site of the Lincoln Memorial, where 50 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered the famous “I Have a Dream” speech, a speech that resonates and inspires even today;

 

WHEREAS, the Council of the District of Columbia has welcomed and honored His Holiness the 14^th Dalai Lama of Tibet for his commitment to peace, justice, and the people of Tibet and the unparalleled global impact of his messages of peace and democracy;

 

WHEREAS, the Council of the District of Columbia appreciates His Holiness the 14^th Dalai Lama’s position on voting rights for the citizens of the District of Columbia;

 

            WHEREAS, the Rally for Tibet takes place during a critical time in Tibet when more than 120 Tibetans have set themselves on fire, calling for freedom and for the return of the Dalai Lama to Tibet;

 

            WHEREAS, Tibetans and Tibet supporters have organized Rallies for Tibet in capitals and cities around the world, including in New Delhi, India and in Brussels, Belgium; and

 

WHEREAS, the United States government has consistently expressed deep concerns over the situation in Tibet and urged the Chinese leadership to enter into dialogue with the Dalai Lama or his envoys, and President Obama commended the Dalai Lama’s “Middle Way” approach when they met in February of 2010. 

 

            RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “October 7 Washington, D.C. Rally for Tibet Recognition Resolution of 2013”.

 

            Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes and honors Tibetan-Americans and Tibet supporters for their dedication and commitment to the people of Tibet and their peaceful struggle.

 

            Sec. 3.  This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.