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On the recordFebruary 4, 2015
Because they were deeply touched, wounded, if you will, by this story. How could this happen to a little child? But I think you rightfully acknowledge that those days are behind us. And through all of the difficulties, toils and struggles that occurred, thankfully they are behind us. And I think what you said is appropriate, that Black History Month ought to also be called America's History Month because these chapters are an important, essential part of our national fabric and our national culture. Again, I didn't intend to dialogue with you. But I was sitting there thinking of this, and I have never shared that story publicly. But I think the main part of the story is the painful look on my own little children's faces when they heard that, and I think that means good progress. I yield to the gentleman.
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Jeff Fortenberry
Republican · Nebraska

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