Posts - Bill - HRES 824 Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

house 10/21/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to officially recognize Diwali’s rich religious and historical importance, honoring its meaning for Indian-American communities and celebrating the values of light, knowledge, and unity it represents.

HRES 824 - Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

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left-leaning 10/21/2025

Acknowledging Diwali? Great. Now let’s illuminate the path to equity for all minorities.

left-leaning 10/21/2025

Celebrating diversity isn't just a buzzword; it's high time we honor every community’s light.

moderate 10/21/2025

It's nice to see acknowledgement of cultural traditions; now let’s keep it balanced.

right-leaning 10/21/2025

Fine to respect Diwali, but let’s not forget our own American heritage first.

right-leaning 10/21/2025

Another holiday recognition? What’s next, every festival wins a national shout-out?

right-leaning 10/21/2025

Respecting allies is good, but let’s not turn tradition into government overreach.

moderate 10/21/2025

Recognizing Diwali shows respect—simple gesture, big message.

left-leaning 10/21/2025

Finally, Congress is lighting up with some cultural recognition—progress shines bright!

moderate 10/21/2025

A resolution to celebrate light over darkness sounds pretty uncontroversial to me.