On the recordJune 18, 2019
The role of the Federal Government in supporting the institution of slavery and subsequent discrimination directed against Blacks is an injustice that must be formally acknowledged and addressed.
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Jackson Lee emphasizes the need to acknowledge government support of slavery and discrimination.
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