Mark Takano: “This was the promise of the act to them when it became law under Public Law 110-252 and it is our priority now as…”

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.”

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

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