January 14, 2011

Lakewood, CO – Today, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter released the following statement in recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day federal holiday to be observed on Monday, January 17, 2011.

“Monday is a time to remember and honor the civil rights legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and the designation of that day as a national day of volunteerism.  In 1994, Congress passed the King Holiday and Service Act which designates Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a national day of volunteer service.  I encourage everyone who is able to find a local community project and volunteer their time and talents.  Dr. King led by example to make America a more inclusive and tolerant nation.  By volunteering our time and energy in our neighborhoods, we too can lead by example to strengthen our communities and make America a better place for our children.”

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