John, there are few moments in American history that forced this country to confront its own contradictions as directly as the civil rights movement. In a nation that claimed to be “the land of the free,” millions were denied freedom, dignity, and opportunity simply because of the color of their skin.

Progress did not come easily. It came because ordinary people demanded something better, and extraordinary leaders helped light the way.

Among them, none left a deeper imprint than Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today, the nation pauses to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King as both a monumental figure in American history, and as a moral compass in the work still unfinished as we push for a more equitable society.

Dr. King's leadership pushed America closer to a real, living American dream. One grounded in justice, equality, and shared humanity. That is why Martin Luther King Jr. Day matters. It honors a leader who transformed the moral direction of this country and showed what it looks like to keep pushing forward in the fight for equality.

Dr. King told us plainly: “The time is always right to do right.” And today, inequality continues to wound communities across this country, from big cities to rural America. Too often, elites dictate the terms of survival for working people, exerting outsized control over who gets ahead and who is left behind.

Still, Dr. King never believed in standing still. “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl—but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” That call echoes just as loudly today as we embark on an effort to get more working class champions into office.

Honoring Dr. King means more than remembering his words. It means carrying his work forward, pushing for a country where justice is real, opportunity is shared, and every person can live with dignity. The work continues.

No Dem Left Behind stands firmly behind these values, and is ready to fight for them in every corner of this country.

The 2026 midterms represent a defining moment, one that will shape the future of our democracy and determine who truly holds power in America. Our fight will be on the right side of history, focused on delivering real representation for working people who have been ignored for far too long.

The midterms are our opportunity to turn these values into action. Everything possible is being done to meet this moment, but this fight cannot be won alone. If you’re able, join us today.

Join our fight today!