Tonight, as we celebrate Black History Month, we look at all aspects of African American history and again reflecting on our theme, the Souls of Black Folks Centennial Reflection, we have the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Davis), one of our new Members, who has been just a tremendous asset to us, and we are anxiously looking forward to continuing to work with him.
Celebrating Black History Month and acknowledging contributions of new Members.
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