We love the ability of the people to influence the actions of decision-makers, of lawmakers and presidents to be removed from or elevated to office by the will of voters, and of the community to connect amongst diverse populations through the ballot box.

There were no weapons of mass destruction and Saddam Hussein was not involved in the September 11th attack.

Immigrants have faced huge obstacles to achieving the American Dream, yet have persevered to overcome them.

The people who couldn't get out of New Orleans to escape the storm were predominantly Black.

I was motivated to join in large part because my family needed the money. I would like to say how patriotic we were, but really what motivated me was the excitement my mother would get in receiving a check for my older brother.

I'm just glad that my community has faith and confidence in me.

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