Political Quotes

“July 4 is a day to recognize our Nation's Declaration of Independence 244 years ago. On this day, we collectively pause to honor the values that make this Nation great. July 4 is also a day of shared reflection to see how well we have made more tangible the ideals of our founders ``to create a more perfect union.'' As we look across the landscape of our country today, these words ring with even greater resonance. Our Nation and our people face a call to action to continue the fight against racial injustice, an injustice that has limited the freedom of too many for too long. The collective ideals to which Thomas Jefferson gave voice in the Declaration's promise of ``Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness'' still echo through the American experience--from Alexander Hamilton's immigrant dream, birthed before our Nation, to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s July 4, 1965, sermon at Atlanta's Ebenezer Baptist Church. As Dr. King said, ``If we are going to make the America Dream a reality, we are challenged to work in an action program to get rid of the last vestiges of segregation and discrimination.'' America has been and will be a leader in the world. The American people historically have cherished and spearheaded this role. Leadership at any level comes with responsibility, and, in this case, it means we must look to put our own house in order, where we must address domestic injustices. We must continue our tireless work to create a more perfect union.…”