Restore The Traditional Day Of Observance For Memorial Day
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Daniel Inouye, Senator, United States Senate
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Changing the date of Memorial Day just to create a three-day weekend has weakened the day's meaning. We support the bill introduced by Senator Inouye which restores the traditional day of observance of Memorial Day to 30 May.
Mr. Inouye first introduced the bill in 1999 (S 189). He reintroduced it in 2003 (S. 70) in 2005 (S. 80), and most recently in 2007 (S. 70). Each time it gets read twice and then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, where no further action is taken. Please help convince Congress to pass this bill.
Mr. Inouye first introduced the bill in 1999 (S 189). He reintroduced it in 2003 (S. 70) in 2005 (S. 80), and most recently in 2007 (S. 70). Each time it gets read twice and then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, where no further action is taken. Please help convince Congress to pass this bill.
Changing the date of Memorial Day just to create a three-day weekend has weakened the day's meaning. We support the bill introduced by Senator Inouye which restores the traditional day of observance of Memorial Day to 30 May.
Mr. Inouye first introduced the bill in 1999 (S 189). He reintroduced it in 2003 (S. 70) in 2005 (S. 80), and most recently in 2007 (S. 70). Each time it gets read twice and then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, where no further action is taken. Please help convince Congress to pass this bill.
Mr. Inouye first introduced the bill in 1999 (S 189). He reintroduced it in 2003 (S. 70) in 2005 (S. 80), and most recently in 2007 (S. 70). Each time it gets read twice and then referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, where no further action is taken. Please help convince Congress to pass this bill.
Mr. Inouye: On January 19, 1999 you introduced bill S 189 to the Senate which called for the restoration of the traditional day of observance of Memorial Day back to May 30th. As you eloquently stated in you introductory remarks on the bill: "Mr. President, in our effort to accommodate many Americans by making the last Monday in May, Memorial Day, we have lost sight of the significance of this day to our nation. Instead of using Memorial Day as a time to honor and reflect on the sacrifices made by Americans in combat, many Americans use the day as a celebration of the beginning of summer. My bill would restore Memorial Day to May 30 and authorize our flag to fly at half mast on that day. In addition, this legislation would authorize the President to issue a proclamation designating Memorial Day and Veterans Day as days for prayer and ceremonies honoring American veterans. This legislation would help restore the recognition our veterans deserve for the sacrifices they have made on behalf of our nation." (1999 Congressional Record, page S621) Many citizens who have visited the US Memorial Day website (www.usmemorialday.org) have echoed your sentiments. Many have written in supporting the restoration of the traditional day of observance for Memorial Day. We, the undersigned, add our voices to this cause in support of your bill S 189. In addition, to keep the number of three day Federal Holidays the same, we recommend that Armed Forces day, the third weekend of every May, could become a three-day holiday. On that holiday we can go out and enjoy and celebrate the freedoms won and maintained by our Armed Forces; on Memorial Day we can solemnly reflect upon the high cost of that freedom. The Undersigned,
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# 13,582:
7:22 pm PDT, Jul 4,
Evan Crow, Virginia
# 13,581:
12:22 pm PDT, Jul 4,
Douglas Schmidt, New York
The country was in far better shape when every American was a Patriot.
The country was in far better shape when every American was a Patriot.
# 13,580:
3:26 am PDT, Jul 4,
Sue Clarey, Florida
Please return the observance to May 30th and honor those who have fought to allow to have this freedom.
Please return the observance to May 30th and honor those who have fought to allow to have this freedom.
# 13,579:
1:58 pm PDT, Jul 3,
Colleen Sisler, Georgia
# 13,578:
12:38 pm PDT, Jul 3,
Jeanne Cave, New York
Please return this day of observance to the original, May 30th. Adding it to a weekend trivializes its purpose: to honor our heroes!
Please return this day of observance to the original, May 30th. Adding it to a weekend trivializes its purpose: to honor our heroes!
# 13,577:
10:04 pm PDT, Jul 2,
Ronald Sisler, Georgia
# 13,576:
9:19 am PDT, Jun 30,
Scarlett Porter, Alabama
God Bless American and the men and women who have protected her and who are protecting her now...
God Bless American and the men and women who have protected her and who are protecting her now...
# 13,575:
3:46 pm PDT, Jun 28,
Harold Armstrong, Wisconsin
# 13,574:
2:20 pm PDT, Jun 27,
Kelly Fromm, Pennsylvania
I am all for this and I think that this and much more needs to be done to Honor Our Troops Past Present and Future!
I am all for this and I think that this and much more needs to be done to Honor Our Troops Past Present and Future!
# 13,573:
7:58 am PDT, Jun 27,
Joseph Polachek, Pennsylvania
Memorial day should be observed as originally intended, not merely an opportunity for long weekends
Memorial day should be observed as originally intended, not merely an opportunity for long weekends
# 13,572:
5:20 pm PDT, Jun 26,
Michaele Russell, Delaware
Having a long weekend does not merit changing the date.
Having a long weekend does not merit changing the date.
# 13,571:
8:37 am PDT, Jun 26,
Aaron Heusinkveld, Minnesota
Memorial day as I see it now, is about the extended weekend, BBQ's, BIG sales on cars, mattress's computers, big screen t.v.'s, etc. I am sure the most non veterans don't even know the orgin of the day. It is simply a day of mourning, and paying our respects and honnoring the Americans who paid the price for all of our freedom. Something to think about when you are looking for the best deal on what ever "Memorial day SALE". So buy a flag and fly it with pride to honnor those who died for the same flag.
Memorial day as I see it now, is about the extended weekend, BBQ's, BIG sales on cars, mattress's computers, big screen t.v.'s, etc. I am sure the most non veterans don't even know the orgin of the day. It is simply a day of mourning, and paying our respects and honnoring the Americans who paid the price for all of our freedom. Something to think about when you are looking for the best deal on what ever "Memorial day SALE". So buy a flag and fly it with pride to honnor those who died for the same flag.
# 13,570:
3:06 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Edward Leska, California
# 13,569:
9:56 pm PDT, Jun 19,
Shawn Cox, Ohio
We are losing the TRUE meaning of Memorial Day (or Decoration Day) because it has been changed to give us a convenient three day weekend. Please restore the traditional date of Memorial Day to May 30th to honor our veterans who died for us, in defense of our Liberty and Freedom. They sacrificed EVERYTHING for us, so don't cheapen their sacrifice so we can have a simple three day weekend. PLEASE RESTORE MEMORIAL DAY TO MAY 30, REGARDLESS OF THE DAY OF THE WEEK.
We are losing the TRUE meaning of Memorial Day (or Decoration Day) because it has been changed to give us a convenient three day weekend. Please restore the traditional date of Memorial Day to May 30th to honor our veterans who died for us, in defense of our Liberty and Freedom. They sacrificed EVERYTHING for us, so don't cheapen their sacrifice so we can have a simple three day weekend. PLEASE RESTORE MEMORIAL DAY TO MAY 30, REGARDLESS OF THE DAY OF THE WEEK.
# 13,568:
9:01 am PDT, Jun 19,
Michael Dickson, Massachusetts
As a boy I remember the solemnity of the Memorial Holiday. With the Boy Scouts, latter the high school marching band, still latter as a member of the local police department. We listened to the speeches, trained our thoughts, lowered our eyes and gave gratitude to those who had served to secure our many freedoms. This most noble of holidays has morphed into just one more day to go shopping. It is disgraceful. Please return the much deserved honor to the day.
As a boy I remember the solemnity of the Memorial Holiday. With the Boy Scouts, latter the high school marching band, still latter as a member of the local police department. We listened to the speeches, trained our thoughts, lowered our eyes and gave gratitude to those who had served to secure our many freedoms. This most noble of holidays has morphed into just one more day to go shopping. It is disgraceful. Please return the much deserved honor to the day.
# 13,567:
8:41 pm PDT, May 31,
Angela Gabel, New York
# 13,566:
8:10 pm PDT, May 31,
Lala Murphy, Nevada
# 13,565:
7:57 pm PDT, May 31,
D De Nunno Morello, Arizona
Bring back the tradition, the real date, May 30th!
Bring back the tradition, the real date, May 30th!
# 13,564:
7:46 pm PDT, May 31,
Sam Austin, Montana
Restore the true meaning of remembrance to our National Memorial. Spoiled Americans think they need a three day weekend to go have a good time. What a all Americans need is a day off that segments the normal flow of a work week, that enables a time of reflection. Modern day Americans need to be cognizant of why we are free and of those who died that we may be free not consumed with plans of a three day camping trips and barbeques. Sincerely, Sam Austin
Restore the true meaning of remembrance to our National Memorial. Spoiled Americans think they need a three day weekend to go have a good time. What a all Americans need is a day off that segments the normal flow of a work week, that enables a time of reflection. Modern day Americans need to be cognizant of why we are free and of those who died that we may be free not consumed with plans of a three day camping trips and barbeques. Sincerely, Sam Austin
# 13,563:
5:24 pm PDT, May 31,
William Francis Brown, Illinois
In memory of Sgt. Peter Papaleo USMC and Cpl.John Papaleo USMC, MIA on 19 March, 1945
In memory of Sgt. Peter Papaleo USMC and Cpl.John Papaleo USMC, MIA on 19 March, 1945
# 13,562:
4:45 pm PDT, May 31,
Name not displayed, Nebraska
The date should be May 30. The war dates aren't changed.
The date should be May 30. The war dates aren't changed.
# 13,561:
3:46 pm PDT, May 31,
Nickii Baldwin, Illinois
# 13,560:
1:37 pm PDT, May 31,
Suzon Lanz, Illinois
One of the most important things our government and this country can do is fully recognize the importance of the sacrifice each of our military give for all our freedoms this wonderful U.S.A. brings it's citizens. This should be a separate day recognized not only by a day off but emphasized in our schools as to the true meaning of Memorial Day!
One of the most important things our government and this country can do is fully recognize the importance of the sacrifice each of our military give for all our freedoms this wonderful U.S.A. brings it's citizens. This should be a separate day recognized not only by a day off but emphasized in our schools as to the true meaning of Memorial Day!
# 13,559:
11:56 am PDT, May 31,
Carol Narick, Ohio
PLEASE RESTORE MEMORIAL DAY BACK TO THE 30TH!!
PLEASE RESTORE MEMORIAL DAY BACK TO THE 30TH!!
# 13,558:
11:09 am PDT, May 31,
EDWARD JANUS, Illinois
My name is Edward Janus. I am a Disability Advocate and Activist. And Founder-Owner of EdwardJanus.net | Disability Online Media Network. My Campaign and Mission is Fighting for Persons with Disabilities. And Making Our Voices Heard. Internet Activism for Supporting Causes for Change. Sincerely, Edward Janus | Disability Advocate and Activist 10707 Wrightwood Ave. Northlake, IL. 60164 E-mails: EdwardJanus@msn.com EdwardJanus@EdwardJanus.net EdwardJanus.net | Disability Online Media Network: http://www.edwardjanus.net
My name is Edward Janus. I am a Disability Advocate and Activist. And Founder-Owner of EdwardJanus.net | Disability Online Media Network. My Campaign and Mission is Fighting for Persons with Disabilities. And Making Our Voices Heard. Internet Activism for Supporting Causes for Change. Sincerely, Edward Janus | Disability Advocate and Activist 10707 Wrightwood Ave. Northlake, IL. 60164 E-mails: EdwardJanus@msn.com EdwardJanus@EdwardJanus.net EdwardJanus.net | Disability Online Media Network: http://www.edwardjanus.net
# 13,557:
10:49 am PDT, May 31,
John L. Benacci, Texas
I agree that changing the date to create a three-day weekend has severely weakened Memorial Day's meaning. Please continue your efforts to restore the day to it's original date. Sincerely, John L. Benacci CWO3 USN Ret.
I agree that changing the date to create a three-day weekend has severely weakened Memorial Day's meaning. Please continue your efforts to restore the day to it's original date. Sincerely, John L. Benacci CWO3 USN Ret.
# 13,556:
9:44 am PDT, May 31,
Charles Kennedy, Illinois
happy birthday to me
happy birthday to me
# 13,555:
8:20 am PDT, May 31,
Albert Gearing, Texas
I remember playing on Memorial Days in a little band, 'Paul Stone's Military Band'. We listened to speeches and learned what it stood for. All kids should be taught these things by going to parades and ceremonies. Before being in the band my father would take us downtown Chicago to the parade down Michigan Aveune. We usually stood in front of the Chicago Art Institute. It helped shape my life of learning and patriotism.
I remember playing on Memorial Days in a little band, 'Paul Stone's Military Band'. We listened to speeches and learned what it stood for. All kids should be taught these things by going to parades and ceremonies. Before being in the band my father would take us downtown Chicago to the parade down Michigan Aveune. We usually stood in front of the Chicago Art Institute. It helped shape my life of learning and patriotism.
# 13,554:
7:44 am PDT, May 31,
Jerry Wright, Texas
# 13,552:
7:41 am PDT, May 31,
Jona Marie Ricci, Florida
At the very least, when it falls on a weekend, don't mess with it! If you want to make a business holiday to remember the sacrifice, make it the closest weekday to May 30th - in this year, 2009, that would have been Friday, May 29th. And then we have two days to ask people to reflect on the sacrifices our military has made for our rights and freedoms.
At the very least, when it falls on a weekend, don't mess with it! If you want to make a business holiday to remember the sacrifice, make it the closest weekday to May 30th - in this year, 2009, that would have been Friday, May 29th. And then we have two days to ask people to reflect on the sacrifices our military has made for our rights and freedoms.
# 13,553:
7:36 am PDT, May 31,
Robert Lloyd Carlton, California
In memory of my father and brother who were veterans of WWI and II, I ask you to restor Memorial Day to May 30.
In memory of my father and brother who were veterans of WWI and II, I ask you to restor Memorial Day to May 30.
# 13,551:
7:31 am PDT, May 31,
Francine and Lenny Goldstein, New York
