WHEREAS, six years before signing of legislation by former Governor Charles S. Robb, on April 9, 1984, to establish Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday in Virginia, Richmond Committee of Black Clergy and Virginia Union University created Community Learning Week, Inc., a community-based, educational program designed to honor memory and commemorate accomplishments of Dr. King; and

WHEREAS, since 1978, Community Learning Week, Inc. has led Richmond metropolitan communities in celebrating King holiday with appropriate year-round commemorative, educational, spiritual, and service-oriented activities whereby his philosophy and principles of Beloved Community can be practiced; and

WHEREAS, this year, "Community Learning Week, Inc.," currently known as "Living Dream, Inc." marks 23 years of continuous community-owned and community-based observances of King holiday, one of original and longest organized event of its kind in nation; and

WHEREAS, success of annual commemorative events and activities under auspices of Living Dream, Inc., co-sponsored by more than 125 businesses, public and private schools, higher education institutions, and religious and civic organizations, is result of "tireless efforts and persistent work of dedicated individuals"; and

WHEREAS, Living Dream, Inc. exemplifies spirit of service and leadership espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and represents a consensus-building force and a multifaceted, interfaith, culturally diverse union devoted to healing, improving, and enhancing racial climate in Richmond metropolitan area; and

WHEREAS, Justice John Marshall Harlan insightfully wrote, "the destinies of two races in this country are indissolubly linked together, and interests of both require that common government of all shall not permit seeds of race hate to be planted under sanction of law," and it is profundity of this expression that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. so eloquently articulated during his lifetime and now fervently championed by Living Dream, Inc.; and

WHEREAS, Living Dream, Inc. urges us to remember and draw strength from fact that though they slew dreamer, dream is not dead, and it is fitting that we recognize and commend this organization for continuing great work begun by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by House of Delegates, Senate concurring, That "Living Dream, Inc." be commended on its work to preserve and promote philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That Clerk of House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Executive Director, Reverend Willie Woodson, of Living Dream, Inc., as an expression of General Assembly's respect and admiration for outstanding contributions of Living Dream, Inc. in promoting greater understanding and appreciation of brotherhood of mankind.

Pay your taxes on your local income. It avoids confrontation with your government. Keep at least twenty percent of your net assets beyond reach of your local government. To ensure that your local government is unaware of your policy, hold those assets in name of a tax haven corporation. Learn a portable skill that allows you to earn money, without licenses, permits or a permanent place of business. Encourage your family members to do it. A common portable skill for people from English speaking countries is teaching English. However, computer skills, medical skills, musical or art talent and loads of other crafts and trades can serve you well. Signup for an evening class at your local Junior College. Having a skill that is in demand beyond your borders ensures that you can make money anywhere in world.

The only certainty is change. Always have a plan that will allow you to move your assets to another country. Read national news and watch your government's policies. There are always signs of pending political change. At first indication that your government is moving toward war, revolution or other acts that are unhealthy for everyone, start process of moving your wealth offshore. If you need help with your move, there are always honest offshore services that will assist you in your effort to survive. Develop a relationship with one of these services now.

Avoid stupidity. Investigate your offshore options before you act. Read and listen to advice. Avoid major legal and accounting firms or at least their offices in your country. Seek more than just tools that will allow you to spread your wealth and reduce your risks. Develop relationships with firms that can help you use those tools and will teach you how to use them.

Your survival and that of your family lies in asking yourself right questions now. The way forward is in taking control of your future. If you seriously question my advice, take your next vacation to a refugee camp. The residents are those good middle class people who feared uncertainty of change and unknowingly accepted certainty of misery.

About Author: William Cate has offered Globalize to Survive Workshop for over a decade to middle-class investors in many countries. He's Executive Director of Global Village Investment Club [http://home.earthlink.net/~beowulfinvestments/globalvillageinvestmentclubwelcome/]. Since 1982, he's been Managing Director of Beowulf Investments [http://home.earthlink.net/~beowulfinvestments/]