Proclamation 10127-Wright Brothers Day, 2020
Issued 2020-12-16 by Donald J. Trump
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President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10127-Wright Brothers Day, 2020, on December 15, 2020. This action designates "Wright Brothers Day" as a ceremonial observance, as Congress has previously designated December 17th of each year for this purpose and authorized the President to issue an annual proclamation. This proclamation
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This proclamation designates "Proclamation 10127-Wright Brothers Day, 2020" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to wright brothers. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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