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Celebrating Black History Month.

S. Res. 31 · 113th Congress · Feb 13, 2013 · Lineage

RESOLUTION

That the Senate—
(1)
acknowledges that all of the people of the United States are the recipients of the wealth of history given to us by black culture;
(2)
recognizes the importance of Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on the complex history of the United States, while remaining hopeful and confident about the path that lies ahead;
(3)
acknowledges the significance of Black History Month as an important opportunity to recognize the tremendous contributions of African Americans to the history of the United States;
(4)
encourages the celebration of Black History Month to provide a continuing opportunity for all people in the United States to learn from the past and to understand the experiences that have shaped the United States;
(5)
remembers the injustices that African Americans have endured and commends the African-American community for overcoming those injustices and changing the course and nature of history by forging the fight for equality; and
(6)
agrees that while the United States began in division, the United States must now move forward with purpose, united tirelessly as one Nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all, and honor the contribution of all pioneers who help ensure the legacy of these great United States.