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 106 STAT. 130 PUBLIC LAW 102-279—MAY 9, 1992 Public Law 102-279 » ' ^ - 102d Congress Joint Resolution May 9, 1992 To designate 1992 as the '^ear of Recondliation Between American Indians and [S.J. Res. 222] non-Indians". Whereas 1992 will be recognized as the quincentennial anniversary of the arrival of Christopher Columbus to this continent; Whereas this 500th anniversary offers an opportunity for the United States to honor the indigenous peoples of this continent; Whereas strife between American Indian and non-Indian cultures is of g^ave concern to the people of the United States; Whereas in the past, improvement in cultural understanding has been achieved by individuals who have striven to understand the differences between cultures and to educate others; Whereas a national effort to develop trust and respect between American Indians and non-Indians must include participation from the private and public sectors, churches and church associations, the Federal Government, Tribal governments and State governments, individuals, communities, and community organizations; Whereas mutual trust and respect provides a sound basis for constructive change, given a shared commitment to achieving the goals of equal opportunity, social justice and economic prosperity; and Whereas the celebration of our cultural differences can lead to a new respect for American Indians and their culture among non-Indians: Now, therefore, be it

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