[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 18 (Thursday, February 17, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E272]
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                 BLACK HISTORY TRIBUTE TO JOHN E. BROWN

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 17, 2005

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, throughout the month of 
February, I would like to recognize outstanding African Americans of 
the 2nd Congressional District of Mississippi, and their contribution 
to Black History. The 23 counties of the 2nd District are well 
represented from both a local and national perspective.
  Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as 
``Negro History Week'' and later as ``Black History Month.'' In fact, 
black history had barely begun to be studied--or even documented--when 
the tradition originated. Although blacks have been in America as far 
back as colonial times, it was not until the 20th century that they 
gained a presence in our history books.
  Though scarcely documented in history books, if at all, the crucial 
role African Americans have played in the development of our nation 
must not be overlooked.
  I would like to recognize John E. Brown of Madison County, 
Mississippi, born October 22, 1949. Mr. Brown attended Canton public 
schools and graduated from Rogers High School in 1968 and graduated 
from Tougaloo College in 1974 with a B.A. degree in Sociology. 
Additionally, he received his M.S. degree in Environmental Education 
from the University of Michigan in 1975.
  For the past 25 years Mr. Brown has served the people of his 
community as an advocate for social change and community development. 
For the past 10 years, Mr. Brown has served as President of the Canton 
Branch of the NAACP. Currently, he serves as CEO of Madison County 
Union for Progress. Mr. Brown is a member of Pleasant Green Church of 
Christ Holiness where he serves as a member of the Board of Deacons.
  I take great pride in recognizing and paying tribute to this 
outstanding African American of the 2nd Congressional District of 
Mississippi who deserves mention, not only in the month of February but 
year round.

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