|   |  |   | Black History Month |   | October is Black History Month, and that's an opportunity to celebrate the ways society is better for the contributions of Black people - and to reflect on how much further we have to go. 
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  |   | In this edition |   |   Black History MonthSarah Green's maiden speechOn social mediaAd: Lib Dem PodcastIn the pressStanding up for refugeesAd LibJoin us today |  | 
 |   |  |   | Sarah Green MP's maiden speech |   | Our newest MP made her maiden speech in the Commons! 
 Sarah paid tribute to her predecessor, took the government to task on its mishandling of HS2 and its anti-democratic Elections Bill, and vowed to listen to her constituents, however they voted.
 
 If you want to read her full speech, click below:
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 |   |  |   | Ad: Listen to the Lib Dem Podcast! |   | Get the latest news, advice, campaign tips and commentary on UK and global events from regular panellists - or interview with brilliant guests! 
 It's the perfect accompaniment to delivering a round of leaflets, commuting or just relaxing at home.
 
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 |   |  |   | Standing up for refugees |   | We're hugely proud of the work Liberal Democrats have done across Britain to make Afghan refugees feel welcome and get on with their new lives. 
 One of the many Lib Dem-led councils who have stepped up to do the right thing is Milton Keynes. They've written about their experience for Ad Lib - you can find out more below:
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