"For the future of our democracy—for the movement that my father and John Lewis and C.T. Vivian and Ella Baker & so many others led more than 60 years ago—there is nothing more important than restoring the rights lost by the destruction of the Voting Rights Act." - Martin Luther King III

OTD in 1963, Dad marched for justice & freedom. He shared a dream that inspired millions and ignited generational movements for change. But despite, significant progress, that dream has never been fully realized. We have the power and ability to change that — together.

While the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom’s impact on racial justice in America is widely acknowledged, its focus on jobs is equally important. It’s no coincidence that many of its organizers have since joined our Labor Hall of Honor. blog.dol.gov/2023/08/23/jus…

The March on Washington was a call to action for our nation. Inspired by the passion and purpose of that day, Americans secured the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and more. Today, we recommit ourselves to the fight for equality,

Last year, we commemorated the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington with a multicultural, multiracial coalition of nearly 100,000. A year later, I remain incredibly grateful to all who joined to demand social and economic justice.

I believe in a world of peace. I believe in a world of justice. I believe in a world of equity. That world is possible. It's called the #BelovedCommunity, and we're going to get there together.

As part of the Realize the Dream project, Arndrea Waters King and I have become chancellors of Legacy College in Kenya.

The Voting Rights Act is the crown jewel of the Civil Rights Movement, but it has been decimated. It must be fully restored. That starts with electing Kamala Harris and senators who will vote for filibuster reform to get it done. washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/…

OTD in 1967, Thurgood Marshall was appointed to the Supreme Court. He would serve for 24 years, defending civil liberties and embodying Black excellence.

We cannot realize the dream if we do not first secure our most fundamental, sacred right: The vote. We have 67 days to put in the work, get out the vote, and make history.

Happy Labor Day! Remember that the working class built our country -- and unions empower the working class. Dad believed that there was no such thing as unskilled work. He believed anyone who worked to serve or build humanity had dignity and worth. Today, we celebrate those

I was honored to be in Omaha last week to talk about the future of our country and remember the progress we have made. wowt.com/2024/08/24/mar…

I am mediating on the bravery of the Little Rock Nine, who stood up for their right to equal education and boldly faced an angry mob on their way to school 67 years ago.

Dad's words represent bigger ideas. They represent the best of humanity and what is possible when we come together. They're not a sampling platter for cynical politicians to use at their whim. wsj.com/livecoverage/d…

Our hearts are broken by the shooting today at Apalachee High School here in Georgia. Arndrea Waters King and I are praying for the students and families. Kids deserve better. They deserve classrooms without the threat of guns. We must end gun violence.

With less than 9 weeks to go until Election Day, it has never been more important that voters of color have resources needed to vote, from registration to casting ballots. I'm proud to work with Hector Sanchez Barba and Mi Familia Vota to get it done.

Empowering communities and uniting our country is possible through service. That's the vision Arndrea Waters King and I hope to achieve through Realize the Dream. Learn more: realizethedream.org

It was an honor to join ASCP and Blair Holladay for an important conversation about disparities in healthcare — and how we close them. Healthcare is and will always be a human right.

My daughter has fewer rights today than the day she was born. It is our responsibility to correct that egregious error. We must restore voting rights and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act. We must restore a woman's right to choose. The road to restoration will likely be long

It's been six years since Botham Jean was murdered in his own home. As we continue to demand change and accountability, we must never forget to say their names.