[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 40 (Wednesday, March 3, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E203]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE FOUNDING OF OSCEOLA COUNTY NAACP AND ITS CONTINUED EFFORTS 
               TO ADVANCE CIVIL RIGHTS IN OSCEOLA COUNTY

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 3, 2021

  Mr. SOTO. Madam Speaker, founded in 1909 in response to the ongoing 
violence against Black people around the country, the NAACP is the 
largest and most pre-eminent civil rights organization in the nation. 
One hundred and twelve years later, the organization has over 2,200 
branches across the nation with more than 2 million members.
  The NAACP's mission is to secure the political, educational, social, 
and economic equality of rights to eliminate race-based discrimination 
and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. The NAACP is 
integral to ensure a society in which all individuals have equal rights 
without discrimination on race.
  The Osceola branch of the NAACP was originally established as the 
Kissimmee NAACP in 1965 and later changed to its current name in the 
early 1970's as the Osceola County Branch 5121. Reverend T.C. Callahan 
served as the branch's first president. The branch is currently led by 
Deloris McMillon.
  The Osceola branch of the NAACP works to promote civic engagement 
among its community through voter registration drives. It also 
recognizes outstanding citizens and leaders to inspire younger 
generations to participate in their community.
  The strength of the NAACP is dependent on support from the community. 
The NAACP seeks enactment and enforcement of federal, state, and local 
laws securing civil rights. It tirelessly provides for and supports 
their communities and equality of all citizens.

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