[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 45 (Thursday, March 31, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E584]
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                HONORING THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 31, 2011

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
honor the 40th Anniversary of the Congressional Black Caucus.
  What began forty years ago as a formation of 13 Members who set out 
to fight racial injustice has now grown nearly 3 times with 43 Members 
of the Congressional Black Caucus. The Caucus is a stalwart political 
force within the United States Congress. It is unfortunate that we yet 
remain in the struggle for the fight for social, educational, economic/
financial, and health equality.
  As an active member of the Caucus for nearly 2 decades, it is a 
pleasure to work among those who are the voice for our most vulnerable 
populations. Our Congressional Districts know no boundaries and for 
many of us, we are the Congressional Representatives for minorities 
who, otherwise, would not have representation on issues of importance 
to them and their families. It is no secret that what gives soul to 
these United States is our unique ability to seamlessly blend many 
cultures into one; and we do so respectfully. However, there are miles 
to go. Until we get there, we will continue to fight for the least 
among us on critical issues that impact minority communities.
  Four decades as the conscience of the Congress was and still remains 
the reason we have stood the test of time. It is an honor to serve.

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