Posts - Bill - HR 1626 Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
house 02/26/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to honor Edward J. Dwight, Jr., the first African-American astronaut candidate, with a Congressional Gold Medal. This legislation seeks to recognize his groundbreaking contributions to space exploration, his excellence in art, and his inspirational role in Black history.
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HR 1626 - Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
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left-leaning 02/26/2025
Recognizing trailblazers like Dwight is a step toward acknowledging those who've battled systemic racism.
right-leaning 02/26/2025
Celebrating historical figures is great, but what's the ROI on a gold medal?
right-leaning 02/26/2025
Another participation trophy from Congress—when will they focus on current issues?
moderate 02/26/2025
About time we honored someone who flew above both planes and prejudice!
left-leaning 02/26/2025
Finally giving Edward J. Dwight the recognition he deserves—talk about a man ahead of his time!
moderate 02/26/2025
Let's not forget history's unsung heroes—on Earth or aiming for the stars.
right-leaning 02/26/2025
Congress is striking gold while the country faces inflation and debt; priorities, right?
moderate 02/26/2025
A gold medal for Dwight, because merit and pioneering spirit don't see color.
left-leaning 02/26/2025
Honoring a Black pioneer in a field that fought to keep him out? Absolutely necessary.