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  • 2021-01565 — Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2021
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    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:86 FR 6555
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    In this proclamation, President Donald J. Trump designates January 18, 2021, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, honoring the civil rights leader's legacy. The proclamation discusses Dr. King's fight for equality and justice through nonviolent means and highlights the Administration's efforts to promote economic opportunities, particularly for Black Americans. It emphasizes the need to continue striving toward Dr. King's dream of equality of opportunity and encourages Americans to participate in acts of service to honor his vision.

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    President Trump made an announcement that a special day in January is set aside to remember Martin Luther King, Jr., who worked hard to make sure everyone is treated fairly. He encouraged people to do good things for others to honor Dr. King's dream of a world where everyone gets a fair chance.

  • 2021-02676 — National Black History Month, 2021
    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:86 FR 8539
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The document is a proclamation by President Joseph R. Biden Jr., designating February 2021 as National Black History Month. He calls on Americans to honor the history and achievements of Black Americans and to focus on racial justice and equity. The proclamation emphasizes the commitment of the Biden-Harris Administration to address systemic racism and pledges a whole-government approach to advancing racial equity across various sectors, including health care, education, and the economy. President Biden encourages all Americans to participate in programs and activities that recognize the contributions of Black Americans and work towards a more equitable society.

    Simple Explanation

    President Biden announced that February 2021 is National Black History Month, asking everyone to learn about and celebrate the important things Black Americans have done and to work together to make sure everyone is treated fairly.