Recognizing the courageous actions of Reverend Nat Turner in his fight to abolish slavery and make the majestic words of the Jeffersonian Declaration of Independence, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness", apply to the enslaved, and for other purposes.

This resolution seeks to honor Reverend Nat Turner for his courageous actions and sacrifice in the fight to abolish slavery, recognizing his significant contributions to the eventual end of this institution in the United States. It acknowledges his leadership of the 1831 Southampton Insurrection, which demonstrated the profound desire for freedom among enslaved persons and kindled national debate on the injustices of slavery. The resolution encourages continued study and dialogue about the complexities of the struggle for racial justice, including the role of freedom fighters like Turner. It reaffirms commitment to the noble Jeffersonian ideal that all persons are created equal and endowed with unalienable rights, such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Finally, it calls on citizens to observe a moment of reflection on Slavery Remembrance Day for all who suffered and died in the struggle against this crime against humanity.