Remembering MLK

Today, January 19^th 2009, we commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  This year’s celebration carries special significance: Last Thursday marked what would have been Dr. King’s 80^th birthday, and tomorrow, our country will welcome its first African-American President. The election of Barack Obama is a step toward social and racial justice, and a reminder of what’s possible.

This economic crisis affects all New Yorkers, and a full recovery will require all of us to give a little more. Today is a day of remembrance, but it’s also a national day of service. There’s no better time to come together and commit to serving our communities in need.

Today, I’ll be joining State Senator Liz Krueger to volunteer at a soup kitchen in Manhattan, one of many events organized by the New York City Coalition Against Hunger. 

NYCCAH is a fantastic organization, and their website makes it easy to find volunteer opportunities.  Or, you can find a community service event through President-elect Obama’s website.

Use your day off to volunteer, and let’s show the country that New Yorkers are committed to service and the dream of MLK.

Comments

[DANIEL GEORGE]

me da gusto como la gente cambia con el nombre de MLK soy un cambio real desde que conosi un grupo de jovenes en mi pais y aprendi a amar a mis enemigos y amigo por igualdad