Gov. Tim Walz proclaimed the month of February as "Black History Month" in Minnesota.
The proclamation recognizes the history and contributions of African-American people in the development of American democracy.
"We must acknowledge and pay tribute to the generations of individuals who struggled with adversity, risked their lives for justice, fought a fight that at times seemed impossible to win, and continue to fight for equality and the American Dream," stated Walz's proclamation. "As a state, we can continue to work together to guarantee equal opportunity for all individuals."
In 1926, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard scholar, established the observance of African-American history. Originally designated as a week to honor and acknowledge the contributions, achievements and involvement of African-American people in the development of American democracy, the commemoration was expanded and renamed in 1976 to the current Black History Month.
