Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2024

Message from Virgie M. Rollins, DNC Black Caucus Chair

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Today, the nation celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the ultimate sacrifice he made to ensure a just and equitable society. He said, “We must live together as brothers and sisters or perish together as fools.” Dr. King’s advocacy for systemic change is evidenced by much of the progress that has been made in this country and around the world.  The impact of his life's work remains a lasting part of his legacy, and the work that we do in our communities can help ensure that his legacy endures.  

Yours in Service,

Virgie M. Rollins
DNC Black Caucus Chair

DNC Statement on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie M. Rollins released the following statement:
 

“Today we commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose legacy and commitment to civil rights, equality, and direct action helped lead America to a more perfect union. Dr. King was dedicated to nonviolence as the vehicle for achieving the ‘beloved community,’ a place free from segregation and discrimination. While we have made great strides towards a more just society, our freedoms, our democracy, and our progress as a nation are once again on the line and under threat by those who seek to roll back the clock on our freedoms. 
 

“It was Dr. King who said, “we will have to repent in this generation not merely for the hateful words and actions of the bad people but for the appalling silence of the good people.” 60 years later, these words remain true; it is time for our generation to stand up and fight for the future of our country – because our freedoms and our democracy depend on it. 
 

“Inspired by Dr. King’s legacy, we will continue marching towards an America defined by freedom and justice for all.” 

President Biden delivered remarks at the historic Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, S.C.