[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 204 (Tuesday, December 12, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6827]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       LIBERIA 100TH ANNIVERSARY

  (Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
100-year legacy of Liberia, a historically Black neighborhood, rich 
with culture, art, faith, strong families, and a rich legacy nestled in 
the city of Hollywood, Florida.
  This diverse community is filled with people of all backgrounds 
today, but there was a time when Black residents were only afforded one 
option: the Liberian neighborhood.
  The Liberia name is fitting, as it represents freedom.
  With this spirit of freedom imbued within the people, the community 
was inhabited mostly by Black people from The Bahamas and the Southern 
United States.
  Through determination, faith, and resilience, the residents of 
Liberia built a community with a strong foundation where they not only 
could live but thrive.
  Some of the early residents, such as Robert Mitchell and Henry Graham 
and fourth-generation Liberia resident Commissioner Linda Hill 
Anderson, were and are pioneers for progress for countless individuals 
who emerged from Liberia to become successful professionals, elected 
officials, athletes, artists, and role models.
  I celebrate the perseverance and brilliance of this community today 
and for generations to come.
  I congratulate Liberia on 100 years. Here is to 100 more.

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