On the recordDecember 1, 2014
It is indeed my honor to stand here not only with the members of the Congressional Black Caucus, but with you, Congressman Jeffries, for the work you have done. Today, I have a heavy heart as we stand here as members of the Congressional Black Caucus on the topic of being Black in America, what Ferguson says about where we are and where we need to go. Mr. Speaker, I would like to start by expressing my deepest condolences to the family of Michael Brown as his death was undeniably tragic. The ``Gentle Giant,'' as Michael was nicknamed by his family members, will not be forgotten, nor what his loss represents. Michael Brown had a promising future before his life was cut short by police gunfire by police that fateful day in August. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Rothfus). The time of the gentleman has expired.
