Only by acknowledging the success and sacrifice made by those who came before us, can we fully understand what we must do to ensure the liberty of those who will succeed us.

My father has been the real anchor of the family. Hes the one who has always encouraged my mother, my brother and me.

We examine and highlight the history of the African descendants in America, and know that each and every one of us has come this far because of our faith in this country.

We must never forget that Black History is American History. The achievements of African Americans have contributed to our nation's greatness.

I would put myself towards left of center.

It was August 28th, 1963, and the greatest civil rights coalition in modern history had descended upon Washington. Hundreds of thousands of protesters trekked through the heat, stretching from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial.

I have to earn re-election. Thats the way I see it.