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Gandhi's anniversary a moment to reflect on his non-violence message: Obama |
US President Barack Obama on Thursday said that the 140th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi should be seen as an important moment to reflect on his message of non-violence. In a message issued to commemorate the event, OBama said: "On behalf of the American people, I want to express appreciation for the life and
lessons of Mahatma Gandhi on the anniversary of his birth. This is an important
moment to reflect on his message of non-violence, which continues to inspire people
and political movements across the globe." "We join the people of India in celebrating
this great soul who lived a life dedicated to the cause of advancing justice,
showing tolerance to all, and creating change through non-violent resistance."
"Americans owe an enormous measure of gratitude to the Mahatma. His teachings
and ideals, shared with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his 1959 pilgrimage to India
, transformed American society through our civil rights movement. The America
of today has its roots in the India of Mahatma Gandhi and the nonviolent social
action movement for Indian independence which he led." "Tomorrow, as we remember
the Mahatma on his birthday, we must renew our commitment to live his ideals and
to celebrate the dignity of all human beings," he said. |
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