Monday, January 16, 2006
Today is Martin Luther King Jr Day...
Today, January 16th, 2006, Americans celebrate Martin Luther King Day honoring the accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr., that great martyr who promoted non-violence and racial equality. This legacy is passed on with the celebration of this holiday.
Though racial discrimination still exists, it is difficult to realize the degree of discrimination that was present at that time. As child care professionals, we need to realize that discrimination is that one human trait that does not exist in children and is entirely learned from others. Eliminating racial discrimination is only one generation away if we simply do not demonstrate it and teach it to the children.
Sounds simple... but still difficult to accomplish. But I have a dream...
Enjoy the holiday.
Today, January 16th, 2006, Americans celebrate Martin Luther King Day honoring the accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr., that great martyr who promoted non-violence and racial equality. This legacy is passed on with the celebration of this holiday.
Though racial discrimination still exists, it is difficult to realize the degree of discrimination that was present at that time. As child care professionals, we need to realize that discrimination is that one human trait that does not exist in children and is entirely learned from others. Eliminating racial discrimination is only one generation away if we simply do not demonstrate it and teach it to the children.
Sounds simple... but still difficult to accomplish. But I have a dream...
Enjoy the holiday.
// posted by Tammy Wachter @ 7:40 AM 
