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city of 01ton Proclamation 1993 VICTIMS OF PORNOGRAPHY WEEK May 2-8, 1993 WHEREAS, 1 out of 3 girls and 1 out of 5 boys axe sexually abused and 61.68 of all rape victims we under the age of 18; and, WHEREAS, these innocent child victims become the cornerstone of the world-wide pornography industry by being photographed and video- taped during the abuse; and, WHEREAS, children who are abused and exploited tend to experience additional molestations, drug abuse, adult rape, physical abuse, eating disorders, and other emotional difficulties throughout their lives; and, 1IMM, research studies and crime statistics show that pornography is often linked to other violent crimes; and, REAS, children whop report abusive and illegal activity have the power to prevent other children from becoming victims and they and their parents who support them in their fight for justice are the most courageous of a11; and, WHEREAS, the week of May 2-8, 1993 is set aside for a coordinated effort to focus attention on the dangers of pornography exploitation and the need to reduce this often overlooked crime. NOW, 'gWEZURE, I, Frank A. Gonzales, Mayor of the City of Colton and my fellow Counncilmnenbers, do hereby proclaim May 2-8, 1993 as VICTIM OF POR=RAPHY WEEK and encourage concerned public officials and citizens to observe the week and to show support for the victims of pornography and to move forward in our battle to provide a HAPPY CHILDHOOD AND HEALTHY FLMME for all children. IN WIa�GMWWHER P, I have hereunto set my hand and cause the Seal of the Ci of cq}trnto be fixed this 20th day of April. 1993. FRANK A. 67 4=2S{+/,1(�Ma r DEIRDRE H. SIT, Councilwoman AEE E. BELTRAN, Mayor Pio Tem CONNIE CISNEC6, Councilwoman BVM L. COOK, Cou ncilwaman