Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi Co-Sponsors Bill to Make Diwali a Federal Holiday – NBC5 (Chicago)

“The celebration of the triumph of light over darkness is especially important during this pandemic,” Krishnamoorthi said on social media. Currently there are 11 recognized federal holidays, with the latest holiday, Juneteenth National Independence Day, being added to the calendar in 2021.
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The Paraclete
4 years ago

Free Beer? Diwali? I like Dragons Milk.

Fed up neighbor
4 years ago

Want another holiday take the day off on your own accord.

Public Sector Hero
4 years ago

Naaahhhh. Instead we need to pass a law for another day off. Want us to work that day???? You’ll need to pay us double time.

NB-Chicago
4 years ago

Oh great, another paid day off for are public sec heroes

Public Sector Hero
4 years ago
Reply to  NB-Chicago

You’re welcome. An extra paid day off is the least you could do.

nixit
4 years ago

What happens when Diwali (November 4) falls on Election Day?

Public Sector Hero
4 years ago
Reply to  nixit

Diwali observed on Monday. Election on Tuesday. Need to also make Election Day a holiday to help get out the vote.

debtsor
4 years ago

Just when you think the pace of change is going to slow down after Virginia, those on the left decide it is the perfect time to double down.

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