John,

Today, in the South Sound, Black leaders are shaping our future at nearly every level of government, business, nonprofit, labor, and education. They are breaking barriers, inspiring change, and strengthening our communities.

- Justice G. Helen Whitener, First Black Woman on WA Supreme Court
- Sen. T’wina Nobles, First Black Washington State Senator in 10 years
- Rep. Melanie Morgan, Washington State Representative – 29th LD
- Victoria Woodards, Mayor of Tacoma
- Kiara Daniels, Tacoma City Council Member + Deputy Mayor
- Chelsea McElroy, Vice President, Tacoma School Board
- April Sims, First Black Woman President of WA State Labor Council
- Bernadette Ray, Principal of Silas High School
- Cherika Carter, Secretary-Treasurer for WA State Labor Council

Many of these leaders were raised right here at home – rooted in our region, and driven by a deep commitment to building a more just and inclusive future for us all.

This Black History Month and beyond, we honor the legacy of Black leadership past and present and recommit to action – dismantling injustice, expanding opportunity, and building a more safe, just, and secure future for all.

Thank you and Happy Black History Month, John.

Marilyn

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