Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to rise today to congratulate the six Arkansans in the 2018 class of inductees of the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame. This year's inductees include: Kevin Cole, a celebrated painter, printmaker, and sculptor; Brent Jennings, a prolific award-winning actor and director; Lieutenant General Aundre Piggee, U.S. Army deputy chief of staff for logistics at the Pentagon; Darrell Walker, a former NBA player and current men's basketball coach at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock; Mary Louise Williams, a legendary educator and political leader; and Florence Price, the first African American woman recognized as a symphonic composer and to have a composition played by a major orchestra. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize these six Arkansans who will join the Hall of Fame's more than 140 members for their lasting contributions to our communities and our State. I congratulate these inductees who exemplify the spirit and dedication behind this fine honor. ____________________”