[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 1, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H588]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          BLACK HISTORY MONTH

  (Mrs. BEATTY asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, the first day of Black 
History Month to honor Black history as American history.
  Black history is about the sung and unsung Black heroes and sheroes 
who have contributed to our Nation's progress--from the Revolutionary 
War to the fight against COVID and everything in between.
  Therefore, we say thank you to the Black Americans who stand for 
justice, for voting rights, for women's rights, for saving Black lives, 
for better healthcare, climate reform, and education. I believe whether 
it is teaching AP Black history courses or standing on this House 
floor--that when we acknowledge the unique struggle of Black Americans 
through history--we grow closer to our Nation's highest ideals.
  Mr. Speaker, I hope everyone will take time this month to learn and 
truly understand Black history is American history.

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