Today is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day when thousands of Americans across the country will commemorate his legacy through service. Be a part of this historic day when Americans band together to renew our local communities. Find an event in your area and take action.
Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. And to honor the legacy of a man who lived his life as a servant to others, I will ask all Americans to make a renewed commitment to serving their communities and their country. On Monday, my family and the Biden family will spend time volunteering in neighborhoods around Washington. I am asking you to join us in that same spirit of service to others - no matter where you live. Because I'm not just asking you to take part in one day of service. I am asking you to make a lasting commitment to make better the lives of your fellow Americans - a commitment that must endure beyond one day, or even one presidency. At this moment of great challenge and great change, I am asking you to play your part; to roll up your sleeves and join in the work of remaking this nation. And if you do, then I truly believe a new and better day is within our reach.”
– President-elect Barack Obama, 1/14/09
Sunday, January 18, 2009
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