[Congressional Bills 106th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 121 Introduced in House (IH)]







106th CONGRESS
  1st Session
H. RES. 121

 Affirming the Congress' opposition to all forms of racism and bigotry.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             March 17, 1999

  Mr. Watts of Oklahoma submitted the following resolution; which was 
               referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Affirming the Congress' opposition to all forms of racism and bigotry.

Whereas the United States of America has been enriched and strengthened by the 
        diversity and mutual respect of its people;
Whereas the injustices and inequities of the past continue to demand our 
        forceful commitment, both as individuals and as an institution, to equal 
        justice under law and full opportunity for every American;
Whereas a racist attack upon any group of Americans is an affront to every one 
        who cherishes the promise of America and the values that sustain our 
        democracy; and
Whereas every Member of Congress has a responsibility to foster the best 
        traditions and highest values of this nation: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) insists that no individual's rights are negotiable or 
        open to compromise; and
            (2) reaffirms the determination of all its Members to 
        oppose any individuals or organizations which seek to divide 
        Americans on the grounds of race, religion, or ethnic origin; 
        and
            (3) denounces all those who practice or promote racism, 
        anti-Semitism, ethnic prejudice, or religious intolerance; and
            (4) calls upon all Americans of good will to reject the 
        forces of hatred and bigotry wherever and in whatever form they 
        may be found.
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