Martin
Luther King, Jr.is one of the greatest heroes of the 20th century, symbolizing
the quest for equal rights for all and volunteer service for one's community.
In honor of his legacy, Martin
Luther King's birthday is observed as a day of service. In 1994, the US Congress
passed the King Holiday and Service Act, designating the third Monday in January
as the King Day of Service in commemoration of Martin Luther King's birthday.
The
King Day of Service breaks down barriers and brings people together who might
not ordinarily meet, to help out in their communities.
Although
the King day of Service has grown over the years so that hundreds of thousands
participate, many are still unaware of the service aspect of the day. Help raise
awareness in your community that this is a "day on and not just a day off."
In
recent years, some have suggested that Martin Luther King Day be observed as Civil
Rights Day to commemorate the greater cause to which Dr. King and so many others
dedicated their lives for the good of us all.
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