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San Diego Council proclaims April Arab American Heritage Month; public speakers press for broader protections
Summary
The City Council unanimously approved proclamations recognizing Arab American Heritage Month, Stepping Stoneand other community milestones. Presenters urged the council to pair ceremonial recognition with policy action, and several public commenters raised concerns about free-speech protections and police conduct.
San Diego City Council on April 14 adopted a set of proclamations honoring Arab American Heritage Month, the 50th anniversary of Stepping Stone of San Diego, National Public Safety Dispatcher Week and the 40th anniversary of the San Diego Links Achievers program. The measures were moved and seconded by council members and passed unanimously, 8to0, with one member absent.
The council heard a slide presentation from Doris Bittar, who identified herself as the California coordinator and organizer for the American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee. "My name is Doris Bittar. I am the California coordinator,…
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