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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, as a descendant of Bahamians, to commemorate the 48th Anniversary of Bahamian Independence and to pay tribute to its citizens
States. Therefore, I include in the Record the following proclamation:
Whereas, The Islands of the Bahamas became an Independent
Commonwealth Country on July 10, 1973, after centuries of
British rule; and
Whereas there are some 700 islands and 2,400 cays in total
that make up the Islands of the Bahamas; and
Whereas the proud people who, through uncertainty and tough
economic times, remained steadfast and determined to build a
brighter future after its hard-fought independence, showed
great strength and unwavering will; and
Whereas, today, The Bahamas has a thriving economy built
around tourism and financial services; the tenacious and
enduring spirit of the Bahamian people, and its rich
traditions and culture; and
Whereas Bahamian culture is joy personified. It is a
Junkanoo celebration, parading down the street. It's bold and
colorful art. The culture is a fresh conch salad, a lively
rake `n' scrape tune, and a welcoming smile from a stranger;
and
Whereas Bahamians and Bahamian Americans have made
significant contributions to the United States through the
arts & humanities, business, activism, local and national
government, and remain an integral part of the South Florida
Community; and
Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson,
a member of the United States House of Representatives,
representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, and
a person of Bahamian descent, am proud to recognize the 48th
Anniversary of this resilient, free and sovereign nation, and
pay tribute to the wonderful people and descendants who make
it great.