From Selma to Today: The Unfinished March for Justice
60 years ago, in March of 1965, the civil rights activists of Selma, Alabama took extraordinary steps. They marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge knowing they may be met with hatred and violence. However, they bravely marched in the face of oppression and carried with them the promise of equality and justice for ALL. Their courage forced the nation to see its reflection and pushed toward the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 just a few months later.
But the march did not end at the bridge. Sixty years later, we know the fight is far from over. Voter suppression, extreme gerrymandering, unequal access to justice and basic necessities, attacks on our most vulnerable, and the militarization of our police against citizens and immigrants seeking opportunity all serve as reminders that the work of the Civil Rights Era, and the sacrifices made in Selma, remains unfinished. The question before us is the same one faced by the brave marchers then: Will we come together and rise to meet this moment in history?
The Cumberland Democratic Party is answering with a resounding YES! We are so proud to kick off our first major fundraiser in preparation for the 2026-2028 elections. This is going to be an evening that will not only celebrate how far we have come but recommit us to our purpose and bring us together for how far we must still go.
This will be an eloquent affair celebrating the justice work that has contributed to the progress we see today. This night we honor the judges both locally and abroad with special tribute to a few who have assisted in pushing the work forward in our justice systems. Together, let us honor the marchers of Selma by carrying their torch forward in our own time.
We are profoundly grateful for your investment, not only in our judges’ races…but in every Democratic candidate who will stand on the ballot in 2026-2028. We must rise to defeat fascism together. From the bottom to the top, your support ensures Cumberland County remains a place where justice, equality, and democracy prevail.
So, select and purchase your tickets, prepare your outfit for this White & Gold affair, and join us for an evening of purpose, celebration, community, and hope.
The march continues.