WHEREAS, the demise of Don Claro M. Recto, the paladin of modern Filipino nationalism, the Great Dissenter, an uncompromising patriot and statesman, and a towering figure in law and in letters, has created a vast vacuum which, presently, hardly anyone in our generation can fill;
WHEREAS, the aforementioned valuable donation would certainly ignite the hearts and minds of the present and future generations to emulate Don Claro's exemplary life and fruitful labors to his country and people: Now, therefore,