Whereas, The culture of the people of the State of Michigan has continually been
renewed and enriched by the many different people who have chosen to come to Michigan,
become citizens, and call this state their home over many decades; and,
Whereas, Each individual brings with them a part of his or her own heritage
and over time each heritage becomes part of our common heritage, leading us
to become a more united people; and,
Whereas, Michigan is fortunate to count among its population large numbers
of citizens of numerous descents who, together, make important contributions
to our economy and society through their commitment to numerous professions,
commerce, family and the arts; and,
Whereas, We must foster an interest in the heritage, culture and history of
all peoples and pass that understanding and knowledge on to the next generation,
awakening an awareness in every American community of the quality of contributions
that all types of ethnicities can bring to our modern American lifestyle as
we realize that we are all Americans together; and now therefore be it,
Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan,
do hereby proclaim March, 2004, as Ethnic and Cultural Heritage Month in Michigan.
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