Every day should be MLK Day

(TriceEdneyWire.com) – The Institute for Civility is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that promotes civility in government, workplaces and schools. Its definition of civility is “claiming and caring for one’s identity, needs and beliefs without degrading someone else’s in the process.” It clearly defines the respect, politeness, tolerance and courtesy we must have for one another.As we enter a new year in 2025, we have already witnessed how our polarized society continues to find new ways to reject the tradition of civility. Following the death of former President Jimmy Carter, President Joe Biden announced immediately that all flags would be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds as well as all military posts, naval stations and naval vessels. State flags would also be lowered. Under the U.S. flag code, private citizens and businesses are expected to follow the protocol of lowering to half-staff any U.S. flag displayed on a vertical pole. The order from Biden, including the 30 days of mourning, is based on a proclamation issued by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1954. The declaration is meant to be nonpartisan out of respect for the highest office in our government, regardless of the individual...