Congressman Troy Carter Statement on Black History Month

NEW ORLEANS, L.A. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. shared the following statement recognizing the start of Black History Month 2022.

“Black History Month is a powerful moment for America to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments, stories, struggles, courage, joys, and essence of the Black experience in the United States of America.

As a Black man, Congressman, and proud member of the Congressional Black Caucus, I will use my role to continue to fight for the nation that I love to finally achieve its potential of justice and inclusion. I firmly believe that we can be a nation where we tackle the scourge of racism and hatred through policy changes, activism, accountability, and conversation.

This February and always, I recommit to advancing policies that defend civil and voting rights, promote racial justice, educate our children, invigorate our local economies, and improve public health and safety.

No matter what Senate Leader Mitch McConnell says, Black Americans ARE Americans. Black History IS American History. Let us take the next 28 days and use them as a launching point to a stronger future and an America that honors and uplifts the Black community all 365 days a year.”

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