John,

Each year, on the third Monday in January, Americans honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy.

Today, as we celebrate the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr we must deepen our commitment to protecting and strengthening the cornerstone of our democracy, the right to vote, because it is under attack in cities and states across the nation.

The time for voting rights legislation is NOW.

Will you honor MLK’s Legacy by demanding Congress end the filibuster and pass voting rights legislation that will take on voter suppression in all forms?

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s efforts to fight for equality are with us today as grassroots organizations across the nation fight racism, serve our communities, and work hard to make sure that all people have equal access to the ballot box.

Throughout his life, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for equality, justice, civil rights, and the fundamental democratic right to vote.

Sadly, systemic discrimination in our voting systems threatens that right even to this day, with countless Americans still facing tremendous hurdles when simply trying to participate in our democracy.

Ending the filibuster and passing voting rights legislation will make it easier for Americans to vote. Together, we can eliminate institutional barriers to voting, including cumbersome voter registration systems, disenfranchisement, and limited voting hours.

Will you stand with DFA in support of abolishing the filibuster and protecting voting rights to ensure that all Americans, regardless of race, truly have the right to vote?

As we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the profound impact that he has had on our country, we must remember those who have fought and died to make his vision a reality.

Each of us has a role to play to ensure that everyone can participate freely and fairly in our shared democracy.

Thank you for all that you do,

- Nelson

Nelson Pierce
Grassroots Powerbuilder
Democracy for America