On the recordFebruary 26, 2020
The gentleman has been saying that for a year, so I will go slow. I thank the gentleman for bringing this forward and thank him for being a part, and also the discussion among many of the Members here. This is a discussion not limited to one area. It was highlighted by the Emmett Till death, but it was also something that America needed to deal with. By bringing this forward today, I think that is a testament to both of our committees being able to work together and both of us being able to bring something together that Americans can understand. Lynching was far beyond a murder. It was also an intimidation method that we saw used in many States in many areas. So I just want to commend Madam Speaker for that, and also commend the chairman.
