US Congress Introduces 'A Day of Compassion' Resolution for Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday
US Congress members propose a resolution to mark July 6 as 'A Day of Compassion' to honor the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday. The bipartisan move supports Tibetan rights and acknowledges His Holiness's lifelong dedication to peace and nonviolence amidst challenges from China.
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In a rare show of bipartisanship, two notable U.S. congressmen have taken significant steps to honor the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, by introducing a resolution in Congress. The resolution aims to declare July 6 as 'A Day of Compassion' in celebration of the Dalai Lama's upcoming 90th birthday.
Republican Michael McCaul and Democrat Jim McGovern are the sponsors of this initiative. McCaul, Chairman Emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, emphasized the Dalai Lama's resilience despite Chinese Communist Party persecution. He expressed hope for the Tibetan people's eventual peace and return to their homeland.
The resolution not only pays tribute to the Dalai Lama's contributions to global peace and human rights but also underscores U.S. support for Tibetan self-determination. Backed by several other representatives, the initiative is welcomed by the International Campaign for Tibet as a source of celebration and hope for Tibetans worldwide.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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