Inauguration Brings Change To Life
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On Monday January 19, 2009, the United States celebrated the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. The following day’s presidential inauguration proved that the late doctor’s dream is very much alive.
The commencement of Barack Obama’s presidency was historic, as people worldwide tuned in to join the sea of believers in our nation’s capital. With hope as palpable as in recent history, not only do African Americans want change, so does the rest of the world.
In February, 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded in New York. 100 years later the organization took another giant step forward with the swearing in of President Obama. It is with great implication that as the calendar flips to February, Black History Month in America, that our 44th president begins to write its new chapter.
The honoring of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the inauguration of President Obama were also celebrated locally here in Maine. Portland’s NAACP branch, which marked its 45th anniversary this year, celebrated its 28th annual Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Breakfast Celebration on his national holiday. The event is one of the largest and most diverse events held annually in Maine, and is regularly attended by the Governor, Maine Congressional Delegation, as well as prominent leaders in the fields of business, education, and religion.
The Law Offices of Joe Bornstein is a proud supporter of change, progression, and equality, and wishes to offer our sincere gratitude to Maine’s local NAACP branch, as well as those involved nationwide, helping unite our country. To say that the U.S. has come a long way in its history would be an understatement, but perhaps today, more than ever, the late Doctor King can finally rest in peace.
For more information of Maine’s local NAACP branch please visit: www.naacpportland.org.
