As the nation celebrates 250 years, are you proud to be an American?
Tristan Ellis, Northeast D.C.
“I am proud to be an American. I think our country does have a lot of issues, and a lot of issues that are affecting our people.”
Carolyn Alston, Prince George’s County, Md.
“It is great to give back to what has been such a foundation for America.
Dickson Acheampong, Northwest D.C. by way of Ghana
“America is one of the biggest economies in the world… If the country or the government switches its attention or its focus to include entrepreneurs or minority communities, there could be millions of new jobs that could be created.”
Sommar Theodore, Prince George’s County, Md.
“My community and my faith really ties me into my Black roots. Although there are so many challenges happening right now, I’m so proud that I have been chosen to be here for such a time as this. I do believe in the end that we will prevail and that by supporting each other it’s going to be the way that we get through this.”
Robert Holland, Prince George’s County, Md.
“It’s not been very friendly to the African American, but there is hope. I have hope and optimism that things will change but it requires all of us to work together to make sure that we help our people advance forward.”
Compiled by Evan Aldridge
