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; There are two American heroes on my mind today – both of whom delivered speeches before the March on Washington in 1963, and both fought endlessly for the passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965.
In 1996, as Natural Resources Chairman, it was my honor to author the bill authorizing the Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial in D.C.
Each year, millions of people visit the memorial to learn about his life & legacy, inspiring them to continue his work. https://www.congress.gov/bill/104th-congress/house-bill/4236
On Martin Luther King Jr Day, we honor one of our nation's greatest trailblazers. Dr. King's relentless fight for civil rights and equality changed the course of our country and helped push us closer towards the Constitution's promise of "a more perfect union." #MLKDay
Listening to Pastor Richard A. Coaxum of St. Mary’s Baptist Church.
This #MLKDay as we celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., let us reflect on the importance of equality, justice, and loving one another.
Today we honor the incredible life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
His work to end discrimination and promote equality for all Americans made our nation a more perfect union.
We must continue to live by his words and promote peace and freedom for every American. #MLKDay
The most meaningful tribute we can make to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is to secure voting rights for every American. Now is not just a time for reflection, but also for action. The House passed the Freedom to Vote Act last week; the Senate must show the same courage. #MLKDay
It's a term that gets thrown around a lot now, but there is, was, and will only ever be one GOAT. @MuhammadAli would be 80 today, but his fight for peace, justice, and equity is as timely as ever. He was my friend, my hero, and my inspiration still.
Miss you, Champ. ❤️✊
I'm honored to join today's Beloved Community Commemorative Service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, the church of Reverend Dr. MLK Jr., for the 2022 King Holiday Observance hosted by @TheKingCenter. #MLKDay2022
2022 King Holiday Observance - Beloved Community Commemorative Service https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1BdxYwknXXXGX
On Martin Luther King Jr Day, we honor one of our nation's greatest trailblazers. Dr. King's relentless fight for civil rights and equality changed the course of our country and helped push us closer towards the Constitution's promise of "a more perfect union." #MLKDay
Dr. King's power came not just from his words—but from his actions.
Voting rights are still under attack & honoring his legacy means taking action—organizing, marching, mobilizing & legislating.
The Senate must abolish the filibuster & protect the freedom to vote. #MLKDay2022
The best way to honor Dr. King is by passing #VotingRights legislation. #MLKDay
On #MLKDay, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by continuing his legacy of championing the sacred right to vote. We must pass voting reform to ensure all Americans have equal access to the ballot box like we have in Oregon because “the time is always right to do what is right."
Proud to #FightForVotingRights by voting for the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. The U.S. Senate should pass it without delay.
It's not about partisanship; it's about participation in our democratic system of government.
Our nation is forever indebted to Martin Luther King Jr.'s service. Today we remember his life and strive to uphold his vision for the future. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2018/02/letter-from-a-birmingham-jail/552461/?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share
Martin Luther King Jr. knew that a future where everyone shares equal rights and opportunities was only possible if everyone had an equal voice in our government.
Today, we cannot honor his legacy if we are not fighting to make voting easier, not harder. #MLKDay
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and renew our commitment to a more perfect Union.
Today we honor Martin Luther King’s dream that we judge one another by the content of our character, not the color of our skin. #MLKDay
On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it is critical that we reflect on how we can learn from our nation’s history, not erase or tear it down.
Today we honor the legacy and life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His values for justice, equality, and peace teach us every day that we must continue to work together to unify our country.
“I think the tragedy is that we have a Congress with a Senate that has a minority of misguided senators who will use the filibuster to keep the majority of people from even voting.”
- Martin Luther King Jr. in 1963