"This #BlackHistoryMonth, we ought to reflect on the innumerable contributions of Black women throughout history.As the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first African American to run for President, Shirley Chisholm's legacy continues to inspire change."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from James E. Clyburn:
"Thomas Edison is credited with inventing the light bulb, but it's a little known fact the he could not keep the light bulb on.It was the son of former slaves, Lewis Latimer, of Boston, Massachusetts, who developed the filament that allows light bulbs to work. #CriticalRaceFact" on Feb. 4Read on Twitter
"This #BlackHistoryMonth, let us remember it is not "critical race theory" to learn about the contributions of Black Americans.We ought not run from our history, but instead embrace the lessons and giants of the past who have helped make our country great." on Feb. 4Read on Twitter
"Follow along each week, as I discuss a Black American whose contributions changed the direction of our nation. Lets start with Lewis Latimer." on Feb. 4Read on Twitter
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