WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement in recognition and celebration of Black History Month.

“The importance of Black History transcends any one month or day. It is cemented into our nation’s fabric and enshrined in the everlasting exceptionalism of American history. During this month of recognition and celebration, our country comes together to pay homage and appreciation to the Black community’s countless figures that have left a lasting impact on America. I stand on the shoulders of Black men and women who have paved the way for a better future for all Americans through unmatched tenacity, monumental triumphs, and a trailblazing spirit.”