AR10: Resolution Text

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1997 - 1998 LEGISLATURE

1997 Assembly RESOLUTION 10

November 19, 1997 - Introduced by Representatives Robson, Freese, Turner, Coggs, Morris-Tatum, Williams, Riley, Wasserman and L. Young.

AR10,1,1 Relating to: denouncing the hate-filled message of the Ku Klux Klan.

AR10,1,3 Whereas, Beloit, Wisconsin, is a city with a long history of ethnic and racial harmony and diversity and has been named "An All American City"; and

AR10,1,6 Whereas, the Wisconsin chapter of the Ku Klux Klan plans to hold a rally in Beloit on December 6, 1997, to spread its racist, homophobic, and anti-Semitic messages; and

AR10,1,8 Whereas, the purpose of the rally is to seek publicity for its message of intolerance, to breed animosity, and to divide the community; and

AR10,1,10 Whereas, the Coalition of Concerned Citizens of Beloit will hold a unity rally on December 6, 1997; and

AR10,1,13 Whereas, the unity rally, recognizing "We're All in This Together", will provide a forum for citizens who reject hate group tactics and embrace the strength that comes from diversity; now, therefore, be it

AR10,1,15 Resolved by the assembly, That the assembly hereby denounces the hate-filled messages of the Ku Klux Klan; and, be it further

AR10,2,3 Resolved, That the assembly commends the Coalition of Concerned Citizens of Beloit and its efforts to build bridges of brotherhood, understanding and mutual respect.

AR10,2,4 (End)