Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

This resolution expresses support for designating May 4, 2026, as a "National Day of Reason" to highlight the fundamental role of reason in human advancement. It emphasizes that the application of reason has been essential for humanity's extraordinary scientific, medical, technological, and social progress since before the founding of the United States. The resolution asserts that reason provides the necessary framework for confronting contemporary crises, including defending the rule of law, the separation of church and state, and combating disinformation and authoritarianism. It also underscores reason's importance in advancing civil liberties, human rights, and addressing climate change, encouraging all persons to observe this day by uplifting critical thought and free inquiry.