Established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958, today is meant to honor the American legal system, attorneys who work for justice, the rule of law, and all enforcers of the law. It can also certainly be seen as a type of celebration, for many reasons...
Today marks the One Year Anniversary of Osama Bin Laden's capture by Navy Seal Team 6. Bin Laden's death is a remarkable day in the history of the United States because it was a day when true justice was finally served -- after almost a full 10 years -- to one of the most evil men to have ever lived.
On National Law Day, we celebrate the enduring legacy of justice and equality under the law, as well as appreciate the democracy that we have sustained by the rule of law.
President Obama gave a proclamation today about Law Day, in which he said "In accordance with Public Law 87-20, as amended, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2012, as Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all Americans to acknowledge the importance of our Nation's legal and judicial systems with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and to display the flag of the United States in support of this national observance."
I thought this was an important remark that he made. People tend to take for granted the legal system that exists in our remarkable country -- even though it is not one hundred percent perfect, I can say with confidence that it really is what keeps our country in tact, and the reason that we have our freedoms and ability to attain justice today, as well as our safety.
To Put it Simply: Without the Rule of Law, it would literally be impossible for us to function as the productive society we are today.
Happy Law Day, and Remember to have your American flag on display all day today.
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