Jan Schakowsky tweeted the following:
"We cant allow those who peddle fear to take our country backwards. Lets instead celebrate our diversity and take a stand for what is right. Justice for Black Americans is long overdue. I will continue to use my platform to fight for a more equitable nation. #juneteenth2022"Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Jan Schakowsky:
"Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. It was only 157 years ago when word of President Lincolns Emancipation Proclamation reached the last group of slaves. Today, we reflect on that day, and we reckon with the reality that Black Americans are still fighting for justice."Read on Twitter
"People in Chicago are paying nearly $6 a gallon for gas. This is ridiculous. For some reason, my Republican colleagues voted against lowering costs at the pump. Its nonsense, Americans deserve relief." on June 18Read on Twitter
"Nine beautiful, innocent souls were taken from us seven years ago today at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina.We must take a stand against white supremacy and racism. Lets honor the victims with action and close the Charleston Loophole." on June 18Read on Twitter
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