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Turkish Republic Day
WHEREAS, October 29th, the Republic Day of Turkey, commemorates the Proclamation of the
Republic in 1923 by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the esteemed founder of the Turkish Republic; and
WHEREAS, with the proclamation of the Republic in 1923, Atatürk embarked on a wide-ranging
set of reforms in the political, economic, and cultural aspects of Turkish society, leaving a lasting
legacy of which peoples of Turkish heritage are proud; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto honors the Turkish Republic on its 100-year anniversary
milestone, acknowledging the enduring and meaningful relations between Türkiye and the United
States and recognizing the vital role of Turkish Americans in fostering and maintaining this
relationship; and
WHEREAS, this event holds special significance for all Turks and the Turkish-American
community in Palo Alto; and
WHEREAS, we celebrate the rich culture and heritage of the Turkish American community,
including those who live, work, and play in the City of Palo Alto.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Lydia Kou, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, do hereby proclaim October
29, 2023 as Turkish Republic Day in the City of Palo Alto.
Presented: December 10, 2023
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Lydia Kou
Mayor