What was your reasoning for attending the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation 55th Annual Legislative Conference?
Jamie Blye, air traffic control specialist, Upper Marlboro, Maryland
“The main purpose is to expand partnership, mentorship, scholarship, and funding with corporations and any other entities that are willing to help people in minority based situations with aviation purposes.”
Little Bacon Bear, radio personality, Silver Spring, Maryland
“To connect with like-minded individuals, like-minded creatives that are willing to do the work and go above and beyond.”
Clarence Brown, founder of Heart & Soul Magazine, Falls Church, Virginia
“It’s so important that we come to these conferences, we meet with one another, and we discuss the topics that are so important to our community.”
Andre Perry, author, Prince George’s County, Maryland
“It’s important to be here because, if you’re not talking about policy, you’re really not talking about improvement. Why we’re here ultimately is to get legislation that can advance black people and communities nationwide.”
Elizabeth Booker, lawyer and content creator, Washington, D.C.
“My goal is community and to uplift my community as much as possible.”
