We all have a large stake in preserving our democracy, but I maintain that those without power in our society, the black, the brown, the poor of all colors, have the largest stake not because we have the most to lose, but because we have worked the hardest, and given the most, for what we have achieved.

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was indeed a vital instrument of democracy, ensuring the integrity and reliability of a democratic process that we as a Country hold so dear.

Honoring the sacrifices many have made for our country in the name of freedom and democracy is the very foundation of Veterans Day.

My president will boldly throw 1 million into poverty.

Encouragement of higher education for our youth is critical to the success of our collective future.

Thousands of people may have been killed by hurricane Katrina and many more could die in its aftermath because of the President's refusal to heed the calls of governors for help in repairing the infrastructure in their states.

Full participation in government and society has been a basic right of the country symbolizing the full citizenship and equal protection of all.