San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today issued the following statement regarding Martin Luther King, Jr. Day:

“Every day, we strive to uphold the values that Martin Luther King, Jr. embodied—justice, equal rights for all, and service above self. On this day, we pay tribute to Dr. King by serving in our communities, side by side with our neighbors, and reflecting on his tireless efforts to lift up those who have been left behind.

Despite decades of work by Dr. King and those who continued his mission, deep inequities persist. Past policies have disproportionately impacted our low-income and minority populations, and we must work to reserve those decisions and make up for the harm they have caused.

Our commitment to Dr. King’s vision is firm and it is unrelenting. The work continues as we break down barriers, build up community, and create a world where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.”

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