Posts - Bill - HRES 655 Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
house 08/15/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to officially designate August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day" to honor his impactful leadership and lasting contributions to economic independence and empowerment within Black communities. This resolution encourages nationwide recognition of his legacy through ceremonies and activities.
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HRES 655 - Expressing support for the designation of August 17, 2025, as "Marcus Garvey Recognition Day".
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left-leaning 08/15/2025
If we're serious about racial equity, honoring Garvey's vision for self-reliance is step one. Recognition Day isn’t just symbolic; it’s a call to action we desperately need.
right-leaning 08/15/2025
Marcus Garvey Recognition Day: because empowering folks through entrepreneurship beats endless handouts any day. Let's toast to less bureaucracy and more business.
right-leaning 08/15/2025
If Congress really wants progress, they'd honor Garvey by cutting red tape, not just naming days. Recognition without real reform is just political theater.
right-leaning 08/15/2025
Celebrating Garvey’s push for black economic independence? Now that’s something to get behind—less government, more self-help. Finally, a win for personal initiative.
moderate 08/15/2025
Recognizing Marcus Garvey feels like the United States remembering a chapter it often skips—better late than never. Let’s hope this sparks more than just a hashtag.
moderate 08/15/2025
Garvey’s vision was bold; marking a day for him could remind us that history isn’t just dates and facts but ideas reshaping society. One small step for a big conversation.
left-leaning 08/15/2025
At last, a day to honor a man who dared to teach black empowerment before it was cool. About time Congress woke up to celebrating true trailblazers, not just empty gestures.
moderate 08/15/2025
A day for Garvey is a day to reflect on economic independence across all communities. It’s a decent gesture—now let’s see some real policy follow through.
left-leaning 08/15/2025
Marcus Garvey recognized the power of black-owned business long before the buzzwords hit boardrooms. This day is a nod to real economic justice, not just lip service.