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Homer is a passionate supporter of the idea of having a National Miners Day in the USA.
Homer is a former miner himself (read all about it in Sky of Stone) and is the son and grandson of coal miners.
He became the voice of miners during the Quecreek, Sago, and Utah mine disasters when his expert commentary was sought by national television networks.
He was the first commentator who stated on air that the Quecreek miners would likely be found alive.
This was based on his personal knowledge of the training and savvy of miners.
His keynote address during the memorial service for the Sago miners was carried live around the country and received accolades for its eloquence and passion.
Now, Homer is dedicated to the creation of a long overdue special day to appropriately honor America’s miners.
Homer says:
"Over 50% of the nation's energy resources comes from coal and without this resource, our economy would collapse.
It is in fact the coal miner who keeps this country humming.
I intend to support these brave and hard-working Americans in any way I can."
In support of a special day for ALL miners, Homer is working in tandem with several local and national political leaders as well as the Miners Day Memorial Association in Fairmont, West Virginia.
To sign a petition to enact a National Miners Day, please go here:
http://www.rallycongress.com/minersdaymemorialassociationofwestvirginia/951/
Homer hopes all his fans will take the few minutes necessary to sign this petition.
THIS WILL NOT PUT YOU ON ANY MAILING LIST!
It is an easy way for you to show your appreciation to a very under-appreciated group of brave men and women, the miners of America.
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Support A National Miners Day!