Hey everyone!
So tomorrow is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; what does that mean to the average American? To some, it may be another one of those national holidays in which they get the day off from work or school. To others, it may be their chance to purchase a brand new mattress or sofa for a good deal. Well, contrary to what it may seem, this day means a lot more for ourselves and our country.
A powerful movement overcame our country in the mid-20th century, one full of emotion and determination. The resilience it took an African American woman, Rosa Parks, to not move out of her seat in the front of a bus that was a white-only zone. The bus rides Freedom Riders took, completely aware of the hostility and violence that would meet them. Claiming the right to sit at a counter and enjoy lunch, while being attacked with hurtful words, taking blows to the body, and being spat at like they were nothing. All of this and so much more people endured as they restrained themselves from fighting fire with fire. This amazing, non-violent movement spoke to our country loud and clear. They were done being mistreated. They were done being denied their legitimate rights as Americans. They didn't care how long it took, they wanted a better future. And after much toil and heart-ache, change finally came.
This MLK Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate those who showed us the benefit of never giving up on a dream. Let's also realize that even today people are struggling for justice, such as income equality. As humans with a moral conscience, it is up to us to recognize when something is not right, and to work for what is good. As Martin Luther King, Jr. advocated with his actions, we must see the value in each person, and seek the welfare of all. When we do that, we continue the legacy of what truly makes America great.
Happy MLK Day everybody! God bless.
Love,
Vanessa
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