January 27, 2011: International Holocaust Remembrance Day

The United Nations has designated January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

The date also marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Nazi death camp.

This annual day of commemoration is an opportunity to honor the memory of Holocaust victims.

International Holocaust Remembrance Day should be commemorated by every American.  All of us should redouble our commitment to making sure that these atrocities are never forgotten and never again allowed to happen.  Click here to read more about the Holocaust.