WASHINGTON, Feb 5, CMC – United States President Donald Trump has hailed black Americans for the roles they have played in the socio-economic and cultural development of the country.
In a message marking National Black History Month, Trump said every year the month provides an “occasion to celebrate the contributions of so many black American patriots who have indelibly shaped our Nation’s history”.
He said that throughout the history of the United States “black Americans have been among our country’s most consequential leaders, shaping the cultural and political destiny of our Nation in profound ways”.
He described as American heroes, Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Thomas Sowell, Justice Clarence Thomas, “and countless others,”’ whom he said “represent what is best in America and her citizens.
“Their achievements, which have monumentally advanced the tradition of equality under the law in our great country, continue to serve as an inspiration for all Americans. We will also never forget the achievements of American greats like Tiger Woods, who have pushed the boundaries of excellence in their respective fields, paving the way for others to follow.”
Trump said that as America prepares to enter a historic golden age, he wanted to “extend my tremendous gratitude to black Americans for all they have done to bring us to this moment, and for the many future contributions they will make as we advance into a future of limitless possibility under my administration”.
He said he was also calling on public officials, educators, librarians, and all the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programmes, ceremonies, and activities.
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