Mark Takano: “Each of us represent veterans, which is why our Member Day Hearing is so important.”

Every generation must take up the work of renewing and perfecting the idea of America so that America lives up to its promise.

“Progress is not permanent. Rights do not protect themselves. Democracy does not defend itself.”

Let’s finish the assignment, make Dr. King’s dream a reality, and fulfill the promise of a better America.

We are here because the work that began 63 years ago is unfinished.