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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCM 2021 United Against Hate Week Proclamation Agenda Item 6.a City of San Rafael In Recognition of UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK 2021 AND SUPPORT FOR NOT IN OUR TOWN WHEREAS, the United States is a nation of immigrants, whose strength comes from its diversity; and WHEREAS, it has become all too common to see, hear, and witness racist, xenophobic, anti-Semitic, sexist, homophobic, Islamophobic, and other hateful acts in this country; and WHEREAS, the Constitution enshrines equality on all individuals regardless of race, gender, orientation, religion, or political views; and WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael is committed to addressing equality and inclusivity in housing, criminal justice, health care, employment, education, and all other aspects of our community; and WHEREAS, education, compassion, and cooperation are vital to understanding and embracing differences between people; and WHEREAS, we seek to join other communities across the country in bridging divisions and strengthening our communities; and WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael wishes to go further and support Not In Our Town, a leading anti-hate organization that serves hundreds of schools and communities across the country who stand against all forms of prejudice and works to build bridges to foster inclusion and equity; and WHEREAS, together, our community can stand united against hate not just this week, but every day. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kate Colin, Mayor of San Rafael, do hereby proclaim November 14 through November 20, 2021 as United Against Hate Week in the City of San Rafael and pledge the City’s full support of the San Rafael chapter of Not in Our Town. Kate Colin Mayor