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French Prime Minister François Bayrou proposed cutting two national holidays to help reduce the country's €3.3 trillion debt, a move that faced strong opposition due to France's cultural attachment to holidays and tradition, but highlights the ongoing debate over balancing cultural values with economic necessity.
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, honors those who have died in American wars. The American flag should be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon, then raised to full-staff until sunset. This practice is one of six specific occasions for half-staff display, and the flag should be handled with specific etiquette, including brisk raising and ceremonious lowering.