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Honoring the Harlem Renaissance: A Pivotal Cultural and Social Movement

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution officially recognizes and celebrates the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance. It highlights its crucial role in shaping African American identity, fostering cultural pride, and paving the way for the civil rights movement, influencing today's pursuit of social justice and equal rights.
Key points
Recognizes the Harlem Renaissance as a pivotal moment in American history that empowered African Americans and the African diaspora.
Emphasizes the movement's role in fostering cultural pride and shaping the representation of the Black experience in U.S. culture.
Supports efforts to protect Harlem's historic assets and cultural legacy from changes that could undermine its unique character.
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Print number: 118_HRES_94
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2023-02-02