TALLAHASSEE – Florida’s Governor Charlie Crist has issued a Proclamation recognizing June as Caribbean American Heritage Month in the United States.
The Proclamation states:
WHEREAS, during Caribbean American Heritage Month, we celebrate the great contributions of Caribbean Americans to the fabric of our nation and pay tribute to the common culture and bonds of friendship that unite the State of Florida and the Caribbean; and
WHEREAS, our nation has thrived as a country of immigrants and we are more vibrant and hopeful because of the talent and values of Caribbean Americans; and
WHEREAS, for centuries, Caribbean Americans have enriched our society and added to the strength of America and are leaders in government, business, sports, entertainment, and many other fields; and
WHEREAS, today we celebrate Caribbean Americans representing the islands of Bahamas, Haiti, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago; and
WHEREAS, during the month of June, we honor the friendship between the United States and the Caribbean; and
WHEREAS, we are united by our common values and by the many ways in which Caribbean Americans have shaped our nation;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Charlie Crist, Governor of the State of Florida, do hereby extend greetings and best wishes to those celebrating in the Capitol today and to all observing June 2009 as Caribbean American Heritage Month.
Governor Charlie Crist
