Governor issues statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Here’s that second release for the website. Thanks!

Lauren

From: Thorp, Lauren, GOV <lauren.thorp@exec.nm.gov>

Sent: Monday, January 15, 2024 12:28 PM

To: Thorp, Lauren, GOV <lauren.thorp@exec.nm.gov>

Subject: RELEASE: Governor issues statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE =

Jan. 15, 2023

Contact: Maddy Hayden

Office of the Governor =

maddy.hayden@exec.nm.gov

Governor issues statement on M= artin Luther King Jr. Day

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Gris= ham issued a statement in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday.

“Ninety-five years after Dr. King’s bi= rth, his impact on the world remains as profound as ever. Today, we recommi= t ourselves to continuing his work by standing up for what is right, even when it is not easy. &nb= sp;

“On the eve of the state’s legislative= session, may we reflect on and honor the work of Dr. King to build a more = just and equitable world that lifts up all people.”

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