Benjamin Gilman: “I rise in strong support of this resolution. I commend the gentleman from Indiana [Mr. Burton] for bringing this measure…”

“I rise in strong support of this resolution. I commend the gentleman from Indiana [Mr. Burton] for bringing this measure to the floor. Whereas the values of sacrificial love and integrity are fundamental in developing the moral character essential to maintaining a strong Nation; Whereas parents by their example of sacrificial love and the transmission of moral and cultural values play a crucial and determinant role in the development of youth; Whereas time has demonstrated that the traditional American family is the most stable and secure environment in which parents can successfully rear future generations; Whereas the current breakdown of the traditional American family is a major factor contributing to the rise of crime, teen pregnancy, educational failure, substance abuse, and suicide among our Nation's youth; and Whereas it is in the interest of society and government to adopt policies, that help families stay together by strengthening and sustaining fathers and mothers in fulfilling their parental roles: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That on Parents Day, July 28, 1994, all private citizens, organizations and governmental and legislative bodies at the local, State and Federal level are encouraged to…”