Governor Signs Special Proclamation for Gimmel Tammuz

Hartford, CT – SHMAIS.com has learned, that in an official State Proclamation, Governor Malloy has dedicated Friday, June 22, as a Day of Goodness and Kindness. “Whereas, Saturday, June 23, is the Rebbe’s 18th Yahrtzeit (Anniversary of Passing)…” the statement reads. “Therefore, I Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Governor of the State of Connecticut, do hereby proclaim June 22, 2012, as Day of Goodness and Kindness in the State of Connecticut – encouraging residents to increase in positive acts.”

The Proclamation goes on to offer some details on the life, vision, and accomplishments of the Rebbe. Some key quotes:

>>> “Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson is the seventh leader (“Rebbe”) of the Chabad movement.”

>>> “Under his leadership, Chabad grew – and continues to grow – exponentially.”

>>> “Today, there are some 4,000 Chabad centers the world over.”

>>> “The Rebbe’s teachings continue to positively impact an untold number of families and individuals.”

>>> “In the State of Connecticut alone, Chabad maintains 23 full-time centers.”

>>> “They serve in communities large and small as well as on college campuses.”

>>> “The trademark of Chabad, based on the guidance of the Rebbe, is the belief in the inherent goodness of the world and its inhabitants.”

>>> “A central tenant of the Rebbe’s teaching is the idea that every single positive act, as minor as it may seem, contributes to a better, more perfect world.”