Political Quotes

“I rise today to join in this special order to observe and celebrate Black History Month. Observing Black History Month each year helps Americans educate ourselves about the important role that African-Americans have played in our Nation's history. Given the unique experience of African-Americans in this nation of immigrants, it is important that all Americans understand and appreciate the nature of their struggle for freedom and equality--and the accomplishments in art, science, education, business, and politics that African-Americans have achieved despite the extraordinary obstacles that they have been forced to overcome. I want to thank Representatives Louis Stokes and Donald Payne for organizing this special order today. As a result of their efforts, Members of Congress can take this opportunity to celebrate the many important contributions that African-Americans have made to our country's cultural, economic, and political life. Black History Month was initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who established the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History in 1915 in order to encourage the proper appreciation for the contributions that African-Americans had made to their country. Black History Month has been celebrated in some form since 1926.”