Governor Hogan proclaims February 20 as Civil Rights Heroes Day in Maryland
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Friday issued a proclamation that recognizes February 20, the anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ death, as Civil Rights Heroes Day for the first time in Maryland history. At the governor’s direction, the Maryland flag will be lowered to half-staff to mark the occasion. “As we commemorate Black History Month, I am proud to honor the lives […]