Mark Takano: “Should Congress be getting involved in this issue? I think you already answered that, Mr. Foreman.”

The work of renewing and perfecting the idea of America does not happen on its own.

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

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

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