CITY OF SEATTLE
RESOLUTION _________________
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A RESOLUTION declaring support for Muslim communities, affirming the religious pluralism of the United States, and urging Seattle residents to stand together for peace and understanding.
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WHEREAS, Muslims are part of our society and, inspired by their faith, give back every day as U.S. military personnel, police officers, doctors, nurses, caregivers, teachers, and in many other roles contributing to the success of the United States of America and The City of Seattle; and
WHEREAS, our nation's founding documents emphasize the freedom of religion and a society that embraces religious pluralism; and
WHEREAS, The City of Seattle values the many different cultures, religions, and traditions our residents embrace; and
WHEREAS, The City of Seattle continues to work toward a more inclusive society and welcomes cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity; and
WHEREAS, Muslims, both native born and immigrant, represent an increasingly important thread in the tapestry of American society; and
WHEREAS, the Muslim population in Washington State is estimated to be approximately 100,000 people, many thousands of whom live in Seattle, and who share the same American values and freedoms that we all cherish; and
WHEREAS, a significant percentage of Seattle's immigrants and refugees are Muslim and have come to Seattle seeking a safe place to work, study, or raise a family; and
WHEREAS, throughout history the United States has welcomed wave after wave of immigrants and refugees, who add enormous value to the economic and cultural life of our nation; and
WHEREAS, presently, anti-Muslim rhetoric has increased in the national discourse and rates of hate violence targeting Muslim families and children are at record highs across our nation, which is detrimental to all people who cherish freedom and liberty; and
WHEREAS, some of the darkest moments in our nation's and our city's history have emerged from similar clim...
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