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City of San Rafael
Proclamation In Recognition of
UNITED AGAINST HATE WEEK 2023
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, deep divisions within our country are the result of extreme ideology, further
strengthening a cycle of mistrust and suspicion fueled by fear, anxiety, and
insecurity; and
WHEREAS, the Constitution enshrines equality on all individuals regardless of race, gender,
sexual orientation and expression, religion, disability, socio-economic status,
education, language, 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 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 12 through
November 18, 2023 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