Charles Bernard Rangel, Recognition of America's First African-American Elected Official
“ While the world is watching America's historic presidential election, with Barack Obama as the first African-American Democratic nominee, it is necessary to recognize the trailblazers that have come before him and the barriers that they have brought down. ”
Charles Bernard Rangel, Recognition of America's First African-American Elected Official
“ Barack Obama's historic achievement would not have been possible if it was not for people like John Mercer Langston who triumphed over racial hurdles. It is important to acknowledge that it has taken about 180 years to finally see an African-American so close to the Presidency. ”
