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GA HR1382
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
2/21/2012
Primary Sponsor
Debbie Buckner
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AI Summary
- Commends Mr. Song Byeok, a renowned Korean contemporary artist and former North Korean propaganda artist, for his artistic abilities and struggle for freedom, and invites him to be recognized by the Georgia House of Representatives
- Mr. Song escaped North Korea in 2002 after enduring imprisonment, torture, and the loss of family members to famine; while in North Korea, he was forced to create propaganda artwork under strict government orders
- Mr. Song's exhibition at The Goat Farm arts center in Atlanta features 20 acrylic paintings, including six never-before-seen pieces, displayed February 17–26
- Mr. Song was invited to share his story during a two-week tour of Georgia institutions including Emory University, Georgia State University, and the Georgia Institute of Technology
- Introduced by Representative Buckner of the 130th district; directs the Clerk of the House to transmit a copy of the resolution to Mr. Song Byeok
Legislative Description
Byeok, Mr. Song; commend and invite to House
Last Action
House Passed/Adopted
2/21/2012
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