The Wetumpka, Alabama Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. devoted his life to equality, social justice, economic advancement and opportunity for all; and
WHEREAS, he challenged us to build a more perfect union and taught us that everyone has a role to play in making America what it ought to be; with his leadership, our nation made great strides against racial discrimination and toward increased civil rights; and
WHEREAS, more than 40 years after his death, Dr. King’s example can continue to guide us in addressing our nation’s most critical issues; each of us can contribute to strengthening our own communities by serving in Dr. King’s honor on the King Holiday and throughout the year; and by making service part of our daily lives, we can help realize Dr. King’s dream; and
WHEREAS, in addition to helping solve serious problems, service brings people from different backgrounds together and benefits those who serve; and
WHEREAS, service is a powerful way for citizens, nonprofits, the private sector and government to work together to meet critical needs and advance Dr. King’s dream of opportunity for all; and
WHEREAS, on Martin Luther King Day, it is especially fitting that Americans come together in service that not only honors Dr. King, but builds lasting change in communities; and
WHEREAS, as the citizens of Wetumpka, Alabama come together to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., let us strive to live out Dr. King’s vision today and throughout the year:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby proclaim January 16, 2012, as
The Wetumpka, Alabama Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
in the State of the Alabama.
Given Under My Hand and the Great Seal of the
Office of the Governor at the State Capitol in the
City of Montgomery on the 16th day of January 2012.
Robert Bentley, Governor
Provided by the Office of the Governor of Alabama | governor.alabama.gov