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Proclamation in Recognition of September 11-17, 2017 as Patriot Week in the City of Rochester Hills
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Whereas, in reverence to the victims of the 9/11 attacks, we acknowledge that American citizens must take time to honor the principles, founders, documents, and symbols of their history; and
Whereas, the events that led to the signing of The Constitution of the United States of America by the delegates of the Constitutional Convention on September 17, 1787 have significance for every American; and
Whereas, Revolution, the rule of law, social compact, equality, unalienable rights, and limited government are the First Principles upon which America was founded and flourishes; and
Whereas, we recognize with great respect, the exceptional, visionary, and indispensable Americans who founded and advanced the United States; and
Whereas, we honor and respect the physical symbols of American history that should be studied and remembered by each American citizen.
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Mayor and City Council of the City of Rochester Hills hereby recognize September 11-17, 2017 as Michigan Patriot Week.
Be It Further Resolved, that in observing Patriot Week, we appreciate the renewal of America's spirit by celebrating the First Principles, persons, documents, and flags that make America the greatest nation in world history.