Gerry Connolly: “I want to thank my friend Bobby Scott for his leadership. This is an incredible service, not only to my Commonwealth of…”

“I want to thank my friend Bobby Scott for his leadership. This is an incredible service, not only to my Commonwealth of Virginia and his, but, frankly, to all Americans. This isn't just an issue for African Americans or some subgroup. All of us are formed from our history, as we know from the popularity of the opening of the new African-American museum here in Washington, which is an incredible contribution, I think, to our Nation's culture and our discussion. Mr. Speaker, I have no other speakers, and I yield back the balance of my time.”