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Congresswoman Adams Honors Greensboro Four

Statement

Date: March 4, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Arts, Entertainment, and History

Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after introducing a resolution last week to honor the contributions of the Greensboro Four, H. Res. 128. The Greensboro Four held a six month sit-in at F.W. Woolworth cafeteria to end segregation.

"Fifty-five years ago four freshmen from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University courageously and peacefully protested segregation by refusing to give up their seats at F.W. Woolworth cafeteria. Joseph Mcneil, Jibreel Khazan (formerly Ezell Blair, Jr.), Franklin McCain, and David Richmond ignited a national revolution that helped bring us all one step closer to equality.

"It is with great humility that I introduce this important resolution to honor the brave acts of these four young men. I am proud to know we share the same alma mater. Without actions like theirs, I would not have the distinct privilege of serving in the U.S. Congress.

"The legacy of the Greensboro Four is felt throughout our country and will be permanent fixture in the Civil Rights Movement and American history."


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