; Whereas the charitable sector plays a vital economic role contributing $887,300,000,000 to the United States economy, including providing nearly $588,000,000 in annual wages and benefits; Whereas the United States is a great country with a strong philanthropic tradition that should be continued and carried on; and Whereas giving back is something all political parties can agree on, transcending any differences of ideology and uniting people across boundaries: Now, therefore, be it