[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 125 (Monday, July 13, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E627-E628]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN HONOR OF INDIANA BLACK EXPO'S 50TH SUMMER CELEBRATION ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 13, 2020

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, today I rise in celebration of 
Indiana Black Expo's 50th Summer Celebration Anniversary.
  Since 1970, Indiana Black Expo has served as a catalyst for social 
and economic advancement for African American Hoosiers. Founded by a 
volunteer group of civic leaders with a view to expand opportunities 
for small, minority businesses, the organization has evolved into a 
robust entity with a statewide infrastructure of 12-chapter affiliates. 
The Summer Celebration, held in the heart of the 7th Congressional 
District in Indianapolis, is a festival that embraces the change and 
growth of our community. Through a variety of workshops, concerts and 
exhibitions, the series of events provides resources, information and 
entertainment celebrating Black culture. In these trying times--during 
a global health crisis and institutionalized violence 
disproportionately impacting Black lives--Indiana Black Expo's vision 
of cultural diversity and inclusiveness is increasingly important. The 
growing need to shine a light on our community's success and voice is 
evident, and organizations like Indiana Black Expo continue to create a 
platform for this work.

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  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in extending our thanks and 
best wishes to an organization that has created countless change and 
done so much for residents of the Hoosier state. I extend a heart-felt 
congratulations on this milestone anniversary and wish Indiana Black 
Expo another 50 years of success.

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