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Whereas: peech,bigotry and vio lenc +a
we are in current environment n which there is a growth�bias,hate'» and
ereas: Lexington is a community committed to peaceful resolution of differences and remains dedicated to open and
honest conversation/dialogue as a way to promote respect,understanding, acceptance and inclusion for all;and
ereas the Town of Lexington,birthplace of American Liberty,is proud of its historic role in the American war for
independence,the founding of this great country, and the adoption of its Constitution, and is respectful of our
ancestors'sacrifices to attain our country's civil rights and liberties;and
Whereas the citizens of Lexington regard the liberties guaranteed in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights as their most
precious bequest to Americans, and intend to preserve these freedoms as rightful inheritance of their posterity,
and
Whereas. the preservation and vitality of the rill ofRights depends not only on the President,Congress, and the
Supreme Court,but primarily on our towns,neighborhoods,and our citizens to be free of intolerance and
bigotry;and
"areas: the Town of Lexington welcomes all people who recognize the rights of individuals to live their lives with
dignity,free of discrimination and hostility.
NOW, THEREFORE-, WE, THE SELECTBOARD of the Town of Lexington,Massachusetts,do hereby declare that our
town is committed to making Lexi.ngton a welcoming,inclusive, and safe community for everyone, treating all people
fairly and fully embracing the unique contributions of all Lexington residents. In Lexington we af'firr .that all means all
people.
We,declare that we stand with those people of the United States of America,who believe in the principles of the Declaration of
Independence and strongly condemn those who attempt to fan the fires of bigotry and intolerance for political or other purposes.
We,on behalf of all.residents of Lexington,deplore expressions and acts ofhostility, intimidation.,harassment,and other acts
of intolerance and bigotry.
We,hereby renew and reaffirm our commitment to ensure that all members of our community are free from:acts that are rooted
in fear,ignorance,prejudice,and hate and we urge all our citizens to judge each other by the strength and qualities of their
character..
N WITNESS WHEREOF, we have set our hands and caused the seal of Lexington to be affixed herewith on the 6th day
of Scptcmber 2023.
J0SEP4-',FATO,CHAIR SCkANNE E.11ARRY
DoaJOLAs M.L6CENTE
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