Doris Matsui: “I rise today to offer, along with my National Service Caucus co-Chairs, a resolution highlighting the men and women who…”

“I rise today to offer, along with my National Service Caucus co-Chairs, a resolution highlighting the men and women who inspire and actively pursue a better country, those who serve the communities on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Since 1994, we have celebrated the King holiday by making it 'a day on,' not 'a day off,' observing every third Monday in January as a national day of service. Dr. King's legacy guides us to work for equality and social justice, towards common understanding and shared experiences. Serving one's neighbor, one's community and our country allow every individual in our Nation to walk down the road with Dr. King, looking forward, continually focused on reaching the promised land. This coming Monday, millions of Americans will participate in thousands of already-planned events across this country. As we embark on a new era of optimism and hope for a better tomorrow, we should start our journey by not only observing change, but by honoring the legacy of Dr. King and actively creating it.”