[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 159 (Friday, October 4, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1246]
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 RECOGNIZING THE EZIBU MUNTU AFRICAN DANCE COMPANY AND THE ``REMEMBER 
                 THEM'' AFRICAN HOLOCAUST COMMEMORATION

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                        HON. A. DONALD McEACHIN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 4, 2019

  Mr. McEACHIN. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the Ezibu Muntu 
African Dance Company and all of the attendees of the ``Remember Them'' 
convocation on October 1, 2019, which commemorated the 400-year 
anniversary of the African Holocaust. The Ezibu Muntu African Dance 
Company has helped increase awareness about the transatlantic slave 
trade, and I am grateful for their efforts in organizing this important 
commemoration.
  The 400-year African Holocaust commemoration is an opportunity to 
mourn and reflect on the enduring impacts of the transatlantic slave 
trade, and to celebrate all that our community has overcome and 
achieved since 1619. We must always remember those who were affected by 
this horrific and painful chapter of history, and learn from our shared 
past. As we reflect, let us honor the resilience of our community, and 
reinvigorate our commitment to justice. Together, I know we can create 
an equitable and fair future for all generations.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in expressing my gratitude to the Ezibu 
Muntu African Dance Company and all of the attendees of the ``Remember 
Them'' convocation for their work to better our community. As we look 
toward our next chapter, let us never forget where we have come from, 
nor the experiences of those who came before us. I wish them the best 
for a successful and healing event.

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