This week, members of Congress honored Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II (D-Mo.) for his service as chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus — commonly referred to as “the conscience of the Congress” during the 112th Congress.
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Speakers included members of the Congressional Black Caucus and the Democratic Caucus, including House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer. Watch video of their remarks here:
Read more on the Congressional Black Caucus website.
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