TITLE: Joining the citizens of San Antonio as they honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

SUMMARY: Joining the citizens of San Antonio as they honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of San Antonio in honoring the life, struggles, and great accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the nation's greatest civil rights leaders, on the occasion of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Wreath-Laying Ceremony, which is being held January 20, 2013; and WHEREAS, The ceremony is taking place in King Plaza, located at the intersection of North New Braunfels Avenue and East Houston Street; during this event, citizens of all races and religions come together and lay wreaths in front of the statue of Dr. King to celebrate his legacy; and WHEREAS, Dr. King dedicated his life to achieving nonviolent social change, and he maintained that it is far better to love than to hate, that one should seek justice rather than revenge, and that one should refrain from acts of violence against any person, group, race, or religion; and WHEREAS, The San Antonio Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission and other organizations holding commemorative functions are to be commended for their dedication to the memory of Dr. King; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby join the citizens of San Antonio as they honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a wreath-laying ceremony and commend them on their commitment to the principles of justice and equality for all; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the City of San Antonio in honor of this special day. Uresti President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 15, 2013.