Gwen Moore Reflects on March on Washington 50th Anniversary
Washington, DC,
August 28, 2013
Regardless of your background or belief system, I urge all people to recommit ourselves in our fight for jobs, freedom, justice and equality. May we march on together.
Contact: Staci Cox (202) 225- 4572 Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement in celebration and reflection of our civil rights journey. “Today marks the 50th anniversary of one of the most powerful and significant civil rights moments in American history,” said Rep. Moore. “Since the momentous march and the iconic I Have a Dream speech, our nation has seen immense civil rights progress through laws such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. In 2008, we elected our first African-American to the White House. As a people and as a country, we have overcome many obstacles to racial equality. “Yet as we celebrate our progress, we cannot become complacent. Fifty years later, we are far from a post-racial society. From the tragic events surrounding Trayvon Martin, to the Supreme Court turning back the clock on voting rights, to devastating poverty and unemployment levels, and large disparities in education and health, the list of inequities that plague our community is long and challenging. Our fight is not over, and our job is not done. “Though our task may be daunting, we must not become discouraged nor give up hope. We must join as a nation to continue our civil rights struggle. When we all fight for equality in every aspect of life, everyone benefits. “Regardless of your background or belief system, I urge all people to recommit ourselves in our fight for jobs, freedom, justice and equality. May we march on together.” ### For “Moore” News Updates Follow Gwen Moore on Twitter @RepGwenMoore and Like Gwen Moore on Facebook
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