Palmetto State News

U.S. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina and Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey, along with 39 other Senate colleagues, have successfully passed a resolution in the Senate to commemorate Black History Month. This resolution highlights the significant contributions made by Black Americans throughout U.S. history.

The resolution emphasizes that all Americans benefit from the rich historical legacy of Black culture. It views Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on the nation's complex history while striving for a more equitable future. Additionally, it acknowledges the suffering endured by African Americans during enslavement and addresses ongoing racial injustices in the United States.

Senator Scott remarked on the importance of reflecting on national progress: “As we honor the legacies of so many Black Americans whose innovations and achievements have contributed to the success of our nation, I think it is essential to reflect on the progress we’ve made as a country.” He expressed satisfaction in joining his colleagues to introduce this resolution.

Senator Booker added: “Every year, Black History Month offers us the opportunity to honor the invaluable contributions, struggles, and sacrifices Black Americans have made throughout our nation’s history.” He stated his pride in introducing this resolution alongside Senator Scott to highlight both past triumphs and future challenges for Black Americans.

The list of cosponsors for this resolution includes Senators Raphael Warnock, Kevin Cramer, Chris Coons, Roger Wicker, Jack Reed, Dan Sullivan, Jeanne Shaheen, Cindy Hyde-Smith, Richard Blumenthal, Thom Tillis, Tammy Duckworth, Katie Britt, Lisa Blunt Rochester, John Cornyn, Martin Heinrich, Jerry Moran, Tim Kaine, Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Angus King (I-Maine), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), Mark Warner (D-Va.), Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.).

For those interested in reading more about this resolution's content or its implications can find further details through official channels.