Political Quotes

“This evening, I rise to honor the life of Charles Evers, who passed away earlier today. Charles and his brother, Medgar, dedicated their time on this Earth to the advancement of civil rights for all Americans. Following the tragic murder of his brother, Charles assumed Medgar's position as head of the NAACP in Mississippi, to continue his efforts to expand civil rights for African Americans in the Magnolia State. In 1969, he became the first African American mayor elected in Mississippi since Reconstruction, making Mr. Evers a symbol of the civil rights that he and his brother fought to advance. He served as an adviser and mentor to many public officials, from local governments, to the President of the United States. Today, I join our Mississippi family in thankful prayer for his time on Earth, and that he returned to our Heavenly Father having accomplished his goal of creating a better nation for all people. Please join me in a moment of silence as we remember his service to our State and our Nation. ____________________”