The Democratic Party has lost much of it credibility with working class and low-income people. It retards progress toward presenting a genuine alternative.

There is a major ingredient missing from our perception of how changes are brought about; that ingredient is power.

Successful organizing is based on the recognition that people get organized because they, too, have a vision.

The people of this country, not special interest big money, should be the source of all political power.

When too many Americans don't vote or participate, some see apathy and despair. I see disappointment and even outrage. And I believe that out of this frustration can come hope and action.

We all do better, when we all do better.

Politics is not about power.