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Continuing the Dream

Even though the right to vote is supposedly the supreme right of every member of a democracy, the Florida debacle in 2000 demonstrated that the right to vote is far from secure in this country, particularly for people of color.

If the Democratic Party has any hope of growing within communities of color, its leaders must act decisively to secure the right to vote for all Americans now.

Some may challenge these bold initiatives as too costly. I firmly believe that the more important question is how can we afford not to pay for these needed reforms, especially when you consider that the revitalization, repair and construction of hospitals, nursing homes and schools will create jobs and increase revenue.

To further bolster this proposal, I would fully repeal the Bush tax cut and impose a “Fair Tax” system in its place that would provide real relief to working people with a focus on giving breaks to new businesses not old millionaires.

George Washington once said: “Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.”

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Our campaign seeks to keep alive the conscience of the Democratic Party by building a new, dynamic infrastructure to push forward progressive values and ideals.

With your help, we will provide that vital spark to bring Dr. King’s Dream and the American Dream together, not only in the hearts and minds of our leaders, but in the priorities and policies of our nation as we traverse the 21st century, together.

The Rev. Al Sharpton is a civil rights leader in New York City and a candidate for U.S. president. He will be appearing at “Conversation with the Candidates” in Kirkland House at 4:30 p.m. and on “Hardball” at the Institute of Politics at 6 p.m. this evening.

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