WHEREAS, One Book, One Community Programs have united and uplifted hundreds
of cities and principalities in California and America; and
WHEREAS, the book “Three Cups of Tea” by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin
tells the thrilling story of one man’s mission to promote peace and education, one school
at a time; and
WHEREAS, the culmination of this reading program will feature a visit to Fremont
of the book’s remarkable co-author Greg Mortenson, who teaches us all that one person can change
the world for the better and is an inspiring and gifted speaker; and
WHEREAS, the Fremont Branch of the American Association of University Women in
collaboration with the Alameda County Libraries, City of Fremont, Fremont Unified School District,
California Retired Teachers Association, and Afghan Education for a Better Tomorrow have resolved
to bring this community reading project to the citizens of Fremont, Newark and Union City;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Bob Wasserman, Mayor of the City of Fremont, do here by promote the
One Book; One Community Program and the reading of this excellent book to all Fremont residents.
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