Friends,
Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dreamed of a nation free of prejudice and bias, and of a land offering peace, justice, and opportunity to all of its children. He envisioned America at its best, as a country that reflects the simple, self-evident truth that all people are created equal.
The extraordinary contributions of Dr. King to America's fight for freedom transformed the country for the better. Reflecting on his monumental legacy, we must acknowledge that he waged two equally important battles: one against oppression and one for economic justice. This year, as we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. day, both the man and his message have taken on a greater significance as our country once again feels divided into factions.
Now, more than ever, it is imperative to draw the strength and inspiration from Dr. King's message to bravely stand up for our values and protect the access of all Americans to the American dream.
The greatness of America cannot be realized when the state of our union
is divided. So together, let us march bravely forward towards the promised
land Dr. King viewed from his mountaintop.
Sincerely,
New York City Public Advocate