The roads around oval tracks in the United States of America are frequently adorned with the names and numbers of some of the greatest racing drivers that have ever graced them. Unfortunately, many of these drivers never got a chance to race in their home country because of a lack of support from the local community and native government. This article is going to tell you about the paid holidays that the racing drivers in the United States were denied due to the lack of respect from the majority of Americans (and some other countries as well).
July 20th – 25th
On this week, the United States of America celebrates the life and legacy of one of its greatest cultural icons, John Henry (“J.H.”) Miller. What is known as The John Henry Miller Day was officially recognized by the state of Indiana in 2007 and is now observed annually on the anniversary of one of America’s greatest living patriots. In 2010, the city of Indianapolis chose to honor J.H. Miller by renaming a portion of its downtown area “John Henry Miller Square”. Some sources say that this holiday should be observed annually on the anniversary of J.H. Miller’s birth in 1872 – but due to a lack of official acknowledgment from the Federal Government, it is not officially recognized by the State of Indiana or Federal Government as a paid holiday.
September 12th – 15th
On the second Monday in September, the United States of America celebrates the memory of those who died in the service of their country. More commonly known as Veteran’s Day, this day is a federal holiday where all branches of the military honor those who served. In some places, this day is also observed as Memorial Day. In 2013, President Barack Obama signed the Pardons and Clemency initiative into law, which allows him to grant amnesty and clemency to some of those convicted of crimes. Since Obama took office in 2009, around 300 individuals have had their sentences commuted or pardoned, including Oscar Grant, Willie Grimes, and Larry Young. Commuting or pardoning a sentence does not necessarily mean that the individual will be released from prison – it just means that their sentence will be served in some other way, such as community service or expiation. Although this initiative was meant to help those who were incarcerated due to unjustified accusations (such as drug laws), it does not provide any direct support for those who were convicted on drug charges and now face deportation due to the failure of the drug war.
November 11th – 13th
On the second Wednesday in November, the United States of America honors those who fought for American freedom during the Revolutionary War. Commemorating the start of the war, the holiday is known as Thanksgiving Day and is one of the most popular holidays in the country. The day is observed every year on the fourth Thursday in November. Like Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day, this day is considered a public holiday in all places, although it may not be a bank holiday in some locations. The annual Thanksgiving Day football game, also known as the “Biggest Game in the Country” is played between the University of Michigan and the University of Notre Dame, with the winner being determined by the outcome of the game. Michigan is a founding member of the “Big Ten” college football conference and Notre Dame is a member of the “Fighting Irish” conference – these are the two largest and most popular collegiate football conferences in the country. Games on this day are usually attended by huge crowds and are a way for people in and around the Midwest to celebrate American history and pride.
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