Folks, February marks Black History Month – a time to celebrate the legacy, resilience, and achievements of Black Americans who have shaped our nation’s fundamental commitment to perfecting our union.

Black history is at the heart of the tremendous amount of progress that has been made not just for people of color, but all historically oppressed or marginalized communities, from women’s rights, to worker’s rights, to LGBTQ+ rights.

As we reflect on how far we’ve come as a nation, we must also recognize that there is still a lot of work left to be done to build a future rooted in equality.

The new administration has ushered in alarming threats against the Black community. Trump’s executive order, reversing Lyndon Johnson’s order that the federal government follow the letter and the spirit of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, is a stunning blow to our 60 year fight against discrimination.

Now is the time to remain steadfast in our commitment to freedom, equality and justice for all. The legacy of those who came before us and sacrificed so much, must live on through our efforts during these challenging times.

This month is not just about remembering the past, it’s about fighting for the future.

Onward and upward,

Antonio Delgado