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A Resolution recognizing the Metropolitan Council's support of the people of Ukraine.
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WHEREAS, like other citizens of this country and around the world, Nashvillians watch with despair the events surrounding the country of Ukraine and its citizens; and
WHEREAS, we watch as Ukrainians huddle with their families in bomb shelters, basements, and subway stations, trying to keep their families safe; and
WHEREAS, we stand with the people of Ukraine as they battle for the safety, wellbeing, and independence of their nation; and
WHEREAS, there are moments when the divisive politics of the day give way to the fact that we, as a country, can unite and pray for a nation as it suffers from an unprovoked invasion and attacks by another nation; and
WHEREAS, while this governing body has limited authority in which we can address foreign policy, we can make it known that we stand for peace in the world, that we stand against leaders of countries that attack peaceful nations, and that we stand in solidarity with the citizens of Ukraine; and
WHEREAS, we want other cities and nations to join efforts and make our voices heard to strengthen the impact of sanctions against the Russian leaders who have engaged in these hostile actions; and
WHEREAS, we also stand with the innocent people of Russia who support peace, but unfortunately do not have a say in their government's actions, and do not have the means or the ability to push back against their government; and
WHEREAS, we encourage Nashvillians to support charities that provide direct aid to the people of Ukraine; and
WHEREAS, we also recognize the people living in Nashville that have ties to Ukraine, and many of whom have family and friends in Ukraine that are in harm's way; and
WHEREAS, we also encourage other cities and states to unite so that our collective voices are clearly heard around the world; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson Count...
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