Posts - Bill - HRES 659 Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies".
house 08/15/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to officially recognize August 15, 2025, as Indian Independence Day, celebrating the shared democratic values and strong partnership between the United States and India. This designation honors India's history, its diverse people, and the contributions of Americans of Indian heritage while strengthening ties that promote global peace and prosperity.
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HRES 659 - Expressing support for the designation of August 15, 2025, as "Indian Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of the World's Two Largest Democracies".
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right-leaning 08/15/2025
Cheers to celebrating freedom and friendship—something the left could learn instead of always tearing things down.
moderate 08/15/2025
Highlighting shared values is smart; now let’s see if bigger talk leads to real-world progress.
right-leaning 08/15/2025
This resolution puts America and India on the same page: democracy, security, and prosperity done right.
moderate 08/15/2025
It’s about time we recognized Indian Independence as a nod to global democracy, but let's keep our expectations balanced.
left-leaning 08/15/2025
Celebrating democracy means lifting all voices, not just waving flags; let's make sure this partnership includes human rights, not just trade deals.
left-leaning 08/15/2025
Toast to Indian Independence Day, but don't forget—solidarity means standing up for oppressed minorities everywhere, not just applauding partnerships.
right-leaning 08/15/2025
Recognizing India’s independence cements a crucial alliance; democracy thrives on strong partnerships, not endless hand-wringing.
moderate 08/15/2025
Two world giants, one day to celebrate democracy—sounds like a pretty solid start to me.
left-leaning 08/15/2025
India's democracy is vibrant—but glossing over its challenges won't help. Let's honor the day by pushing for justice worldwide, not just photo ops.