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"Many African Americans are confounded by the consistently popular but baseless assumption that a candidate’s skin color is the determining factor in our political consideration," writes Chairman Emanuel Cleaver II. "However, it is importan...t for Republicans to understand their appeal to African Americans is not contingent on supporting African Americans for public office. To be sure, there is value in such racial inclusion. But the value lies not only in the outreach — endorsing black Republican candidates, or buying political commercials on black media outlets — but the efforts to reach beyond antiquated campaign tactics to the black community that matter more in determining our political affinities."See More- LikesSee All
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"Today we join together to recognize and reaffirm our commitment to the global fight against HIV/AIDS. We also use today to celebrate how far we’ve come in making significant advances in treatment, prevention and in working to eliminate the... undue stigmas often placed upon those living with the disease," said Chairman Emanuel Cleaver II. “This day is particularly important to members of the African American community as we continue to disproportionately face higher rates of HIV/AIDS infection. Our focus must remain on educating our friends and family on ways to lower the risk of exposure and transmission, and creating a culture of understanding when discussing ways to fight the epidemic in our community.
“Members of the Congressional Black Caucus, and particularly Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-9) founding Co-Chair of the Congressional HIV/AIDS caucus, realize the global fight against HIV/AIDS is one the greatest human rights issues of our time, and we will continue to lead the charge and champion the fight against HIV/AIDS in our communities and worldwide."See MoreCongressional Black Caucus shared a link.
Thirty-four million people live with HIV today and 1.7 million were newly infected in 2011. Read this op-ed from Congresswoman Barbara Lee on how Members of Congress can work together to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic.Congressional Black Caucus shared a link.
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"Through the vast majority of his time in Washington, Jesse Jackson Jr. was an accomplished and valuable member of the House -- a progressive representative, yes, but more than that. He was an all-too-rare congressional champion who went beyond the call of duty in struggles for peace and economic and social justice." (via The Nation Magazine)- Happy Thanksgiving and warm wishes this holiday season to you and your family from Members of the Congressional Black Caucus.
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“While I am deeply saddened at the news of my dear friend and colleague, Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s resignation, I respect his decision to focus on his health and on his family which undoubtedly come first. Rep. Jackson Jr. has been an esteem...ed Member of Congress and of the Congressional Black Caucus and will depart with a rich legacy in place. His presence and contributions to this body will be missed," said Chairman Emanuel Cleaver II.
For close to two decades, Rep. Jackson Jr. has served and fought for the people of Illinois’s Second Congressional District. He has diligently worked to be their voice in Congress, to improve their quality of life and the communities in which they live. Time and time again, his constituents supported him because he proved his unwavering commitment. No one can deny that Rep. Jackson Jr. has been one of the greatest advocates for the people he served.
Though this is likely one of the most difficult decisions he has ever had to make, I trust it is the best for his family and for his well being. I and Members of the Congressional Black Caucus thank Rep. Jackson Jr. for his service and wish him, his wife Sandi and the entire Jackson family the very best during what has been a very difficult time.”See More- ActivityDecemberPeople Who Like This487
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