"The ongoing journey to form a more perfect Union requires an understanding and acknowledgement of the past which lies behind us. As we lift up and embrace the history of Black Americans, we also celebrate the next chapter – and the ones to follow – that are already being written."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Marcy Kaptur:
"To properly recognize this vast legacy, however, requires an extension beyond the bounds of one single month. Black history is not separate from American history it is foundational to American history."Read on Twitter"Read on Twitter
"Throughout February, we honor the history of Black Americans in writing the long and unfinished work that is the American story."Read on Twitter
"82 years ago today the very first Social Security check went out.Its time to pass the Social Security 2100 Act and ensure this vital earned benefit is strengthened for the 21st century." on Jan. 31Read on Twitter