Congressional Black Caucus
"The Conscience of Congress since 1969"
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| For Immediate Release January 31, 2006 |
Contact: Myra L. Dandridge (202) 226-9776 |
| CBC Chair Comments on the Death of Coretta Scott King First Lady of the Civil Rights Movement |
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"The Congressional Black Caucus extends its sincere condolences to the family of Coretta Scott King, the First Lady of the Civil Rights Movement. Mrs. King, who became a symbol of strength and resolve during the life of Dr. Martin King and after his death, was an inspiration to millions of people around the world who sought justice and equality. She has remained the carrier of the freedom flame for almost 38 years since Dr. King’s death.
“Mrs. King’s death marks the end of an era, but certainly not the end of the continued struggle that she was such an integral part of and that African Americans face daily for equity and parity in education, health care and employment security.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the King family."
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