Opinion: Presidents Day is a good time to commit to your most deeply held beliefs
Micah Greenstein
Rabbi Micah Greenstein is senior rabbi of Temple Israel of Memphis.
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Tomorrow is Presidents Day, observed on the third Monday in February to honor George Washington’s legacy, Abraham Lincoln’s contributions and the office of the presidency occupied by many worthy leaders.
While we honor Lincoln and Washington’s February birthdays, their enduring writings, moral teachings and cherished ideals have far outlived their tenures in office.
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