Joint Center Mourns Passing Of Michigan Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick
Photos: YouTube Screenshots\Instagram\Wikimedia Commons WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies mourns the passing of former Congressional Black Caucus Chair and Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, an unwavering public servant who left a lasting impact on Black communities in Detroit and across the United States. In recognition of her political servitude, Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad issued the following statement: “Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick’s legacy encompasses her decades-long advocacy for her Detroit constituents as a teacher and member of Congress. As the second Black woman from Michigan to ever serve in the U.S. House, Congresswoman Kilpatrick played a vital role in securing federal funds to help the state of Michigan and its residents. In 2008, when the Joint Center launched the Commission to Engage African Americans on Climate Change, Congresswoman Kilpatrick was among a small group of representatives who recognized the importance of this group and offered her support. A few years later, she worked more closely with our organization as a member of the Joint Center’s Board of Governors. Her commitment to addressing the evolving needs of Black Americans, through climate justice, economic empowerment, and community development, reflected her deep understanding of the issues that matter most. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family during this difficult time.” Congresswoman Kilpatrick served in Congress for 14 years, where she was a member of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and the Appropriations Committee. In 2006, she was unanimously elected as the chairwoman of the CBC for the 110th Congress (2007-2008). About the Joint Center for Political and Economic StudiesThe Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, America’s Black think tank, provides compelling and actionable policy solutions to eradicate persistent and evolving barriers to the full freedom of Black people in America. We are the trusted forum for leading experts and scholars to participate in major public policy debates and promote ideas that advance Black communities. We use evidence-based research, analysis, convenings, and strategic communications to support Black communities and a network of allies. To Support our independent investigative journalism contributions are welcome via Cashapp to: $BlackStarNews Also support Black Star News by buying merch from our brand new Black Star Store!
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies mourns the passing of former Congressional Black Caucus Chair and Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, an unwavering public servant who left a lasting impact on Black communities in Detroit and across the United States. In recognition of her political servitude, Joint Center President Dedrick Asante-Muhammad issued the following statement:
“Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick’s legacy encompasses her decades-long advocacy for her Detroit constituents as a teacher and member of Congress. As the second Black woman from Michigan to ever serve in the U.S. House, Congresswoman Kilpatrick played a vital role in securing federal funds to help the state of Michigan and its residents. In 2008, when the Joint Center launched the Commission to Engage African Americans on Climate Change, Congresswoman Kilpatrick was among a small group of representatives who recognized the importance of this group and offered her support. A few years later, she worked more closely with our organization as a member of the Joint Center’s Board of Governors. Her commitment to addressing the evolving needs of Black Americans, through climate justice, economic empowerment, and community development, reflected her deep understanding of the issues that matter most. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family during this difficult time.”
Congresswoman Kilpatrick served in Congress for 14 years, where she was a member of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and the Appropriations Committee. In 2006, she was unanimously elected as the chairwoman of the CBC for the 110th Congress (2007-2008).
About the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, America’s Black think tank, provides compelling and actionable policy solutions to eradicate persistent and evolving barriers to the full freedom of Black people in America. We are the trusted forum for leading experts and scholars to participate in major public policy debates and promote ideas that advance Black communities. We use evidence-based research, analysis, convenings, and strategic communications to support Black communities and a network of allies.
To Support our independent investigative journalism contributions are welcome via Cashapp to: $BlackStarNews
Also support Black Star News by buying merch from our brand new Black Star Store!
