[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 1]
[House]
[Page 406]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

  (Ms. GRAHAM asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. GRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in advance of Martin Luther 
King Day to recognize Dr. King and the advocates of peace, equality, 
and social justice who continue his work today.
  Dr. King spoke of a dream: that his children would grow up in a world 
where they would not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the 
content of their character. Thanks to his work and sacrifice, I have 
had the benefit of growing up in a changing world where our content is 
more important than the color of our skin.
  We still have more work to do. I want my children to grow up in a 
changed world where, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation, 
we can all be treated equally.
  I hope this Congress will remember Dr. King and will continue to work 
to ensure that all Americans have the right to vote, equality under the 
law, and the opportunity to succeed.

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