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Statement from Gov. Blagojevich on the passing of Coretta Scott King
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[FEB. 1, 2006]
CHICAGO -- "On behalf of the people of
Illinois, I express my deepest condolences to the family and many
friends and admirers of Coretta Scott King," Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich
said.
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"Coretta Scott King will be remembered for her personal
sacrifice and tireless commitment to carrying on her late husband's
push for racial and economic justice, women and children's rights,
religious freedoms, and economic opportunities for all. She inspired
us all with her strong dedication to the civil rights movement even
in times of great personal tragedy. She never slowed in the pursuit
of peace, equality and dignity." "I encourage all Illinoisans to
honor the memory of Coretta Scott King and to look to her life as an
example of how to work against racism and discrimination. As we join
the nation in mourning the loss of this extraordinary national civil
rights leader, I am directing all state of Illinois facilities to
lower their flags to half-staff on the day she is laid to rest."
[News release from the governor's
office]
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