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Caption : Democrats are not worried about Trump taking down speech if he’s re-elected. We’re worried about him taking down PEOPLE.Likes : 3049

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Caption : Bringing ALL of our blackness to EVERY space we occupy. #blackhistorymonthLikes : 2167

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Caption : Wishing @POTUS a happy birthday! Our nation is stronger thanks to his leadership.Likes : 1429

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Caption : Here’s your reminder to #GOTV from yours truly and our Commander in Chief.🗳️Likes : 1220

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Caption : On December 6, 1865, the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States. As we reflect on this dark chapter in our nation’s history, let us remember our continued work to build a nation that protects the rights of all its people.Likes : 976

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Caption : Make no mistake—the Trump Administration’s actions are to devastate the SS Administration’s ability to serve the American public in order to enrich themselves.Likes : 901

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Caption : The revered Founders and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who have passed on marched through tremendous inequity and struggle so that we could run and fight today. My Sorors and I are members of an incredible sisterhood, a sorority of doers – educators, artists, policy makers, jurists, Queens and Warriors working to make this world better through deeds and our lived lives! Happy Founder’s Day to the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! #DST111 #ThePowerofDST #DST1913Likes : 872

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Caption : The revered Founders and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who have passed on marched through tremendous inequity and struggle so that we could run and fight today. My Sorors and I are members of an incredible sisterhood, a sorority of doers – educators, artists, policy makers, jurists, Queens and Warriors working to make this world better through deeds and our lived lives! Happy Founder’s Day to the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! #DST111 #ThePowerofDST #DST1913Likes : 872

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Caption : The revered Founders and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who have passed on marched through tremendous inequity and struggle so that we could run and fight today. My Sorors and I are members of an incredible sisterhood, a sorority of doers – educators, artists, policy makers, jurists, Queens and Warriors working to make this world better through deeds and our lived lives! Happy Founder’s Day to the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! #DST111 #ThePowerofDST #DST1913Likes : 872

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Caption : The revered Founders and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who have passed on marched through tremendous inequity and struggle so that we could run and fight today. My Sorors and I are members of an incredible sisterhood, a sorority of doers – educators, artists, policy makers, jurists, Queens and Warriors working to make this world better through deeds and our lived lives! Happy Founder’s Day to the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! #DST111 #ThePowerofDST #DST1913Likes : 872

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Caption : The revered Founders and Sorors of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who have passed on marched through tremendous inequity and struggle so that we could run and fight today. My Sorors and I are members of an incredible sisterhood, a sorority of doers – educators, artists, policy makers, jurists, Queens and Warriors working to make this world better through deeds and our lived lives! Happy Founder’s Day to the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! #DST111 #ThePowerofDST #DST1913Likes : 872

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Caption : Here’s the second clue of today: ▪️ A self-described “black, lesbian, mother, warrior, poet” who dedicated both her life and her creative talent to confronting and addressing injustices of racism, sexism, classism, and homophobia. Can you guess who this person is? Photo Credit: Robert Alexander/Getty ImagesLikes : 844

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Caption : Today, we acknowledge Juneteenth and its profound significance. On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved African-Americans were freed in Galveston Bay, Texas, marking a pivotal moment in the fight for freedom. The lateral of this day is our own Emancipation Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands when slavery ended under Danish rule on July 3. 1848. Though separated by miles, our histories are connected through the shared legacy of slavery and the enduring struggle for equality and justice. Let us reflect on the sacrifices of our ancestors and be reminded of our historical fight for freedom.Likes : 721

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Caption : Today is the first of seven days honoring Kwanzaa! May these days bring unity, reflection and joy to all who are celebrating.Likes : 591

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Caption : 111 years of Sisterhood, Scholarship, Service, and Social Action! Happy Founder’s Day to my Sisters! The Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated!! 🔺🐘❤️ #ThePowerofDST #DST111 #DST1913Likes : 551

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Caption : This June, for Caribbean American Heritage Month, we acknowledge and celebrate the diverse contributions of those of us of Caribbean descent! I am proud of my Caribbean heritage— a history of struggle and triumph that forced descendants of heroes and heroines to seek out greater opportunities and become pioneers and revolutionaries! I share the universal pride with my Caribbean people! #CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth #VIStrongLikes : 529

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Caption : ✊🏽💁🏽♀️ #blackhistoryLikes : 518

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Caption : ✊🏽💁🏽♀️ #blackhistoryLikes : 518

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Caption : Today marks the start of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17). It is crucial that we recognize the continued Black maternal mortality crisis. Tens of thousands of women suffer painful and/or near-fatal complications in the prenatal or postpartum period each year. In 2021, the NIH found that the maternal mortality rate among Black women was 3.5 times higher than white women. As a staunch health advocate and acknowledging #NationalMinorityHealthMonth as well, we need to do our part to get Black women the maternal health resources they deserve! #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #NationalMinorityHealthMonthLikes : 514

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Caption : “Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom.” On #MLKDay, we recall Dr. King’s many lessons and recommit ourselves to the fight for freedom and equality for all.Likes : 475

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Caption : 59 years ago, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, prohibiting racial discrimination at the polls. While MAGA Extremists are trying to take away this sacred right, @HouseDemocrats and I are working to ensure every American has access to the ballot box.Likes : 455

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Caption : On this day sixty-nine years ago, the Montgomery Bus Boycott began through the courageous actions of Rosa Parks. This peaceful protest was one of the foundational events of the Civil Rights Movement and played a vital role in the integration of public buses. Today, we remember her courage and her legacy.Likes : 440

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Caption : I am honored that General Petty, the first woman assistant adjutant general of the Virgin Islands National Guard and only the second to rise to the rank of brigadier general in the guard’s 50-year existence, will join me as my guest at President Biden’s State of the Union address tonight! General Petty follows other great women in the Virgin Islands who have served in our military – Ruby Rouss, one of the first aide-de-camps of General Dwight Eisenhower during World War II, Caroline Fawkes, the first woman to fly the C-23B Sherpa military transport aircraft and Debra Howell, the V.I. National Guard’s former Territorial Adjutant General. General Petty also boasts 18 years as an educator and 15 plus years as a school administrator. This past year has been a special year in our Virgin Island National Guard, celebrating 50 years of service to our nation! Trailblazing women such as General Petty are breaking through the glass ceiling and inspiring future generations in the Virgin Islands. It’s only fitting that during Virgin Islands History Month and Women’s History Month, I have her accompany me as my special guest for the State of the Union address! #2024SOTU #VIHistoryMonth #BreakingThroughBarriersLikes : 398

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Caption : Today, we stand with the autism community and advocates for #WorldAutismAwarenessDay. It’s important that we empower the autism community in our pursuits to preserve a better world for those with autism. In 2007, the United Nations designated April 2 as World Autism Day to affirm and promote all human rights and fundamental freedoms for autistic people. Congress continues to support The Autism Cares Act (H.R. 1058) to revise programs and activities related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For more information on how you can make a difference today, during #WorldAutismMonth, and year-round, visit: ▪️ https://www.un.org/en/observances/autism-day ▪️ https://www.autismspeaks.org/utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=IS-branded-conv&utm_content=IS-evergreen&gad_source=1 ▪️ https://autismsociety.org ▪️ https://thecolorofautism.org #ActFearlesslyforChange #WorldAutismDayLikes : 360

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Caption : STT Carnival Races!! 🏁Congratulations to all the winners so far and best wishes to the remaining competitors in the races. 👏🏽Likes : 342

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Caption : STT Carnival Races!! 🏁Congratulations to all the winners so far and best wishes to the remaining competitors in the races. 👏🏽Likes : 342

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Caption : STT Carnival Races!! 🏁Congratulations to all the winners so far and best wishes to the remaining competitors in the races. 👏🏽Likes : 342

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Caption : My family, staff, and I are saddened by the news of the passing of Donald Payne Jr. He was such a gentleman—a fine American. He represented his children, his district, his state and was so exquisitely kind of heart with a sly sense of humor. A great Brother and colleague. He will be missed.Likes : 303

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Caption : In honor of Virgin Islands History Month and Women’s History Month, today we present Janelle James, a talented comedian, writer, and actress. Her success serves as an inspiration, highlighting the contributions of Caribbean women in the arts. Photo Credit: Paramount TheatreLikes : 298

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Caption : Honored to join my House colleagues this week for our bipartisan Congressional delegation to Barbados. As a proud Caribbean-American and Virgin Islander, I am committed to highlighting the need for enhancement of the economic partnership between the United States and the Caribbean region. Our delegation will also commemorate the 58th anniversary of Barbados’ independence and the 100th birthday of the trailblazing Congresswoman, and one of my idols, Shirley Chisholm, a proud Barbadian-American.Likes : 286

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Caption : Today, we wear red to raise awareness of heart disease, the leading cause of death for Americans and the #1 threat to women’s health. Together, we can end this disease once and for all. #WearRedDayLikes : 272

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Caption : 61 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and over 200,000 people marched on Washington to call for an end to segregation and demand civil and economic rights for all. Progress has been made, but our fundamental freedoms are still in danger. We must work together to protect the rights so many marched for decades ago.Likes : 265

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Caption : Ramadan is a sacred time of reflection, fasting and prayer. I hope all the families and communities that come together this month have a meaningful celebration. #RamadanMubarakLikes : 251

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Caption : Congratulations to Dr. Safiya George on her investiture as UVI’s 6th President! We look forward to successful and transformative tenure.Likes : 247

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Caption : Congratulations to Dr. Safiya George on her investiture as UVI’s 6th President! We look forward to successful and transformative tenure.Likes : 247

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Caption : Congratulations to Dr. Safiya George on her investiture as UVI’s 6th President! We look forward to successful and transformative tenure.Likes : 247

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Caption : Congratulations to Dr. Safiya George on her investiture as UVI’s 6th President! We look forward to successful and transformative tenure.Likes : 247

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Caption : TREMENDOUS Congratulations to the VI’s very own Theron Thomas on his Grammy win for Songwriter of the Year!! Photo Credit📸: Johnny Nuñez/Getty Images for the Recording AcademyLikes : 243

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Caption : As Members of Congress, we represent our country on issues of importance to the strategic well-being of our nation. As Representatives of the United States and the greatest nation on earth we have a responsibility to assist as stewards to the global well being. This week, I traveled to Senegal and Morocco with the House Intelligence Committee and had meetings with the Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a roundtable discussion with NGO partners in Senegal on US assistance and partnership. We also discussed potential partnerships in the Caribbean (oil, transshipment, fiber optics, cybersecurity, manufacturing and trade). As a member of the diaspora, I like other descendants of African chattel enslavement have a “Joseph” responsibility to take the trauma and history of our ancestors being brought to the diaspora and make it for good for us all and our motherland!Likes : 238

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Caption : As Members of Congress, we represent our country on issues of importance to the strategic well-being of our nation. As Representatives of the United States and the greatest nation on earth we have a responsibility to assist as stewards to the global well being. This week, I traveled to Senegal and Morocco with the House Intelligence Committee and had meetings with the Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a roundtable discussion with NGO partners in Senegal on US assistance and partnership. We also discussed potential partnerships in the Caribbean (oil, transshipment, fiber optics, cybersecurity, manufacturing and trade). As a member of the diaspora, I like other descendants of African chattel enslavement have a “Joseph” responsibility to take the trauma and history of our ancestors being brought to the diaspora and make it for good for us all and our motherland!Likes : 238

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Caption : As Members of Congress, we represent our country on issues of importance to the strategic well-being of our nation. As Representatives of the United States and the greatest nation on earth we have a responsibility to assist as stewards to the global well being. This week, I traveled to Senegal and Morocco with the House Intelligence Committee and had meetings with the Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a roundtable discussion with NGO partners in Senegal on US assistance and partnership. We also discussed potential partnerships in the Caribbean (oil, transshipment, fiber optics, cybersecurity, manufacturing and trade). As a member of the diaspora, I like other descendants of African chattel enslavement have a “Joseph” responsibility to take the trauma and history of our ancestors being brought to the diaspora and make it for good for us all and our motherland!Likes : 238

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Caption : As Members of Congress, we represent our country on issues of importance to the strategic well-being of our nation. As Representatives of the United States and the greatest nation on earth we have a responsibility to assist as stewards to the global well being. This week, I traveled to Senegal and Morocco with the House Intelligence Committee and had meetings with the Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a roundtable discussion with NGO partners in Senegal on US assistance and partnership. We also discussed potential partnerships in the Caribbean (oil, transshipment, fiber optics, cybersecurity, manufacturing and trade). As a member of the diaspora, I like other descendants of African chattel enslavement have a “Joseph” responsibility to take the trauma and history of our ancestors being brought to the diaspora and make it for good for us all and our motherland!Likes : 238

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Caption : As Members of Congress, we represent our country on issues of importance to the strategic well-being of our nation. As Representatives of the United States and the greatest nation on earth we have a responsibility to assist as stewards to the global well being. This week, I traveled to Senegal and Morocco with the House Intelligence Committee and had meetings with the Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a roundtable discussion with NGO partners in Senegal on US assistance and partnership. We also discussed potential partnerships in the Caribbean (oil, transshipment, fiber optics, cybersecurity, manufacturing and trade). As a member of the diaspora, I like other descendants of African chattel enslavement have a “Joseph” responsibility to take the trauma and history of our ancestors being brought to the diaspora and make it for good for us all and our motherland!Likes : 238

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Caption : The first year the Democrats were in the majority last Congress, they delivered for the American people. Now, under House Republicans’ control => chaos and the repeat of their sad litany of conspiracy theories => impeding support to the American people. In yesterday’s Weaponization Select Subcommittee hearing, we focused on the TRUE weaponization of the federal government.Likes : 228

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Caption : #BlackHistory IS #AmericanHistory. Today, we celebrate Mary McLeod Bethune.Likes : 224

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Caption : We stand on the shoulders of strong Virgin Islanders who came before us, a people who are known for their courage, leadership, sacrifice, and, most importantly, their resilience. The Virgin Islands are known for so much more than just white sandy beaches and as a popular vacation destination. There is a reason why seven nations have fought, bought, and done what was necessary to attempt to own these beautiful islands. We are made of culture-rich lands and a diverse history. Though not always pretty, there is great beauty in our past that shaped our present and directs us toward our future. Happy Virgin Islands 🇻🇮 History Month!Likes : 196

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Caption : #BlackHistory IS #AmericanHistory. Today, we celebrate Sergeant William Henry Johnson, one of the first Americans to be awarded the French Croix de Guerre avec Palme, France’s highest award for valor.Likes : 196

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Caption : Our hands off and apathetic approach to Haiti is an affront to our values. We must support all measures to advance the stability in this nation and ensure that the people of Haiti are able to prosper. #HaitiCantWaitLikes : 190

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Caption : Today’s meeting at the U.S. State Department with Governor Bryan, his team and Daniel Ricchetti, Deputy Special Representative for City and State Diplomacy.Likes : 178

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Caption : Today’s meeting at the U.S. State Department with Governor Bryan, his team and Daniel Ricchetti, Deputy Special Representative for City and State Diplomacy.Likes : 178

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Caption : Today’s meeting at the U.S. State Department with Governor Bryan, his team and Daniel Ricchetti, Deputy Special Representative for City and State Diplomacy.Likes : 178

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Caption : Rep. John Lewis fought for democracy and the unfettered right to vote. As Extreme MAGA Republicans attack the freedom to vote, we honor his legacy by fighting to make the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act law.Likes : 177

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Caption : On with @AliVelshi yesterday– Trump is saying out loud what he thinks and we as the American people need to put it on loop and remind ourselves that if he should be re-elected, he’s only going to do far worse than he did in his first term.Likes : 176

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Caption : As we celebrate #PrideMonth, it’s important to celebrate every milestone achieved in the fight for equality and pledge to keep up the fight.Likes : 167

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Caption : Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting with Richard Muhammad, the US Virgin Islands PTSA Legislative Chairman, during his visit to Capitol Hill. We discussed the PTA’s education priorities: family engagement, federal investment, gun safety and violence prevention, child nutrition, and school infrastructure. Thank you for your visit, Mr. Muhammad!Likes : 165

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Caption : Today, I had the pleasure to meet the bright young minds at my alma mater, Choate Rosemary Hall. Their inquisitiveness and passion remind me of the limitless potential that lies within our youth. I am proud to see that the future of this nation is in such capable hands.Likes : 156

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Caption : Yesterday evening I had the pleasure of welcoming my brother and colleague, Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina to the Virgin Islands in celebration of Dr. Donna Christian-Christensen receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award! Well-deserved and huge congratulations Dr. Donna Christian-Christensen. 🎉 Photo Credit: Government House- US Virgin IslandsLikes : 154

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Caption : Today’s #GuessThatVirginIslander feature includes two clues. Here’s your first one: ▪️ Known as the Queen of St. John and the leader of one of the longest recorded slave revolts in North American history. Can you guess this Virgin Islander? Photo Credit: Blackpast.orgLikes : 149

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Caption : Yesterday afternoon I joined CNN International’s One World to discuss the current state of Haiti. My colleagues of the CBC and I are dedicated to helping create a transitional government to bring back stability to the Haitian people. #stabilizehaiti #usherinorderLikes : 146

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Caption : I had the pleasure of joining @theweekendmsnbc to discuss various topics this morning including the potential of a partial government shutdown and ultimately the state of our democracy. We must continue to be truth tellers, change makers and make a better democracy for our world. Let’s keep moving forward ⏭️. Future generations are watching and listening, relying on us to be examples, set the tone and make change together. Thank you @theweekendmsnbc productions team and hosts @symonedsanders @chairman_steele and @aliciamenendezxo for a fabulous morning. #momentum #doitfordemocracyLikes : 145

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Caption : I had the pleasure of joining @theweekendmsnbc to discuss various topics this morning including the potential of a partial government shutdown and ultimately the state of our democracy. We must continue to be truth tellers, change makers and make a better democracy for our world. Let’s keep moving forward ⏭️. Future generations are watching and listening, relying on us to be examples, set the tone and make change together. Thank you @theweekendmsnbc productions team and hosts @symonedsanders @chairman_steele and @aliciamenendezxo for a fabulous morning. #momentum #doitfordemocracyLikes : 145

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Caption : 89 years ago today, FDR signed Social Security into law. Now, 71 million Americans – seniors, veterans and children – benefit. While Extreme MAGA Republicans propose $1.5 trillion in cuts to Social Security, including raising the retirement age, House Democrats are fighting to protect it.Likes : 143

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Caption : This week heralds Virgin Islands History Month – it is the beginning of a month-long celebration in the Virgin Islands of our history. My presence in Congress is built upon the indomitable spirit of Virgin Islanders whose legacies are woven into the very fabric of our culture—marked by their bravery, visionary leadership, and profound sacrifices. Our history is one not just defined by the actions of a select few, but a legacy that elevates the collective greatness of all Virgin Islanders! Above all else, it is the story of our people, whose quest for self-determination has been a chronicle of epic feats. Although, we still face hardships, such as our continued battle to attain the fundamental and constitutional rights denied by the Insular Cases—rights afforded to all Americans except those that live in US territories–we are in the era that will be the catalyst to spur on the next revolution. To stop now, even for a moment, would be sacrilege to the countless sacrifices and bloodshed of our ancestors. We mustn’t take for granted the gifts that have given us through their bloodshed. We must fight on for full equality, self-determination and our own liberation. Blessed Virgin Islands History Month! #VirginIslandsHistoryMonth #QuestforSelfDeterminationLikes : 141

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Caption : On this day 233 years ago, the Bill of Rights was ratified. Today, we honor the first Ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and remember their role in shaping our democracy and freedoms.Likes : 136

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Caption : Today, I honor the men and women who have selflessly defended this country and have paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we may live in freedom and peace. We are the land of the free because of the brave. Blessed Memorial Day and may God continue to bless and keep our servicemen and women.Likes : 131

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Last weekend, my team and I had the opportunity to host a group of local and national stakeholders in the agricultural space for a roundtable discussion on St. Thomas, as well as participate in numerous farm tours. A very special thank you to: – Our Virgin Islands farmers, including Tyrone Reid of Smart Life Farms and Shelli Brin of Que Sera Farm who came and shared their input and those who hosted us for our farm tours on Saturday – UVI’s administrative staff – Hideaway at Hull Bay – dinner was incredible! Thank you! At the roundtable, we had an engaging discussion around the unique and common challenges faced by farmers and producers here in the territory. I would like to thank our roundtable guests, including UVI President Dr. David Hall, USVI Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Louis Petersen, USDA-RD Caribbean Area Director Luis Arroyo as well as Sommer Sibilly-Brown – Founder/Executive Director of VI Good Food Coalition, Richard Campbell – Founder of GeoAg, Harith Wickrema and Dawn Henry – Island Green Living, Aminah Saleem – Chief of Staff, UVI-RT Park, Dr. Usman Adamu – Dean of UVI’s School of Agriculture, Frank Dixon – State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, Lakeisha Hood – USDA State Director (FL & VI), Che Axum – Director of the Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education, Brennan Washington of Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE), Gabriella Soto-Velez of the National Center for Appropriate Technology, Madison Charles of the USDA Farm Service Agency and many others.Likes : 125

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Caption : Happy New Year from Team Plaskett! Wishing you a happy, healthy and peaceful 2024.Likes : 125

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Caption : #BlackHistory IS #AmericanHistory. Today, we honor Mansa Musa, one of the greatest and most influential leaders in the African Diaspora. Photo Credit: History – HowStuffWorksLikes : 125

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Caption : I’ll be joining CNN’s Laura Coates Live tonight! Tune at 11 PM EST to watch our conversation!Likes : 124

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Caption : We’ve got two clues for you today. Here’s the first one: Known as a legendary first whose legacy empowers all others. Her career of firsts include: ▪️ The first female member of the drill team at Fort Dix in New Jersey. ▪️ The first black woman to be permanently assigned to the staff of Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower. ▪️ The first female parole and probation officer on St. Croix two years later. Can you guess who this person is? Photo Credit: Virgin Islands Daily News #GuessThatVirginIslander #VirginIslandsHistoryMonth #WomensHistoryMonthLikes : 120

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Caption : Black history is American history. From Pulitzer Prize winners to medical innovators to trailblazing political leaders and amazing activists, our country is a better place thanks to the contributions made by our people. As we celebrate this #BlackHistoryMonth, we not only honor the past but rededicate ourselves to building a truly equitable nation.Likes : 118

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Caption : This International Women’s Day I celebrate the incredible women who have come before us and those around us who are doing great things. Thank you for being the incredible forces and influences in our homes, our government, our families, our communities and our world. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonthLikes : 116

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Caption : December 10 is #InternationalHuman RightsDay. Today and everyday, let us renew our commitment to the protection of universal human rights. ALL people are entitled to live with dignity, respect and equality.Likes : 115

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Caption : Wishing all who observe a blessed Good Friday. May this holy day be one of peace and reflection.Likes : 114

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Caption : On behalf of my family and my amazing team, Merry Christmas! May your holiday be filled with warmth, comfort, and joy.Likes : 105

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Caption : Here’s your clue for today’s Virgin Islander History Month trivia: ▪️ Known as the father of Pan-Africanism, Educator, Writer, Diplomat, Politician. Can you guess who this Virgin Islander is? Photo Credit: Database of Classical Scholars – Rutgers University #GuessThatVirginIslander #VirginIslandsHistoryMonthLikes : 103

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Caption : It’s trivia time! Here’s today’s clue: ▪️ Known as the heroines in the islands and active participants in a 19th century rebellion in Frederiksted. Can you guess who they are? Photo Credit: St. Thomas Source #GuessThatVirginIslander #VirginIslandsHistoryMonth #WomensHistoryMonthLikes : 102

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Caption : Earlier today, I sent a letter to Jim Jordan, Chairman of the Committee on the Judiciary regarding threatening letters to technology companies under the guise of “conducting oversight of how and to what extent the Executive Branch has coerced or colluded with companies and other intermediaries to censor lawful speech.” Chairman Jordan claims the Select Subcommittee is supposed to combat bullying and cajoling these companies, yet he’s sending threatening letters. My ultimate question: Is the House Judiciary Committee majority consciously engaged in doing the work of America’s adversaries? 🤔 You can read more on my statement below: https://plaskett.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4446Likes : 100

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Caption : Today, we commemorate Earth Day. 🌏 Our energy resilience plays an integral role in sustaining our world. My colleagues and I have especially advocated for climate change in our territories. Our constituents deserve equitable access to clean air, water, and land. I am a proud co-sponsor of H.R. 5191 – Renewable Energy for U.S. Territories Act. Together we can promote sustainable practices and highlight the public health risks associated with environmental issues. Organizations like EARTHDAY.ORG and continuing to activate communities with their call to action. This year’s theme of Planet vs. Plastics increases awareness of human exposure to plastic chemicals. The wellbeing of our constituents and the Earth is paramount to how we live our everyday lives. #happyearthday🌎♻️Likes : 99

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Caption : We know Medicaid saves lives. Approximately 21,000 Virgin Islanders rely on this critical program for their healthcare needs. Republicans are pushing a nearly $1 trillion Medicaid cut that will force Virgin Islanders and millions of Americans into a place of no access to health care. I am fighting back to save Medicaid and protect the most vulnerable among us.Likes : 96

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Caption : This evening marks the first night of Hanukkah. Wishing everyone who celebrates around the world a very Happy Hanukkah. May these next eight days be filled with peace, light and blessings. Chag Sameach!Likes : 91

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Caption : On Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember and mourn the 2,403 servicemembers and civilians who died. 83 years later, we will never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice that day.Likes : 91

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Caption : We’ve got another clue celebrating both Women’s History Month and Virgin Islands History Month. ▪️Known as the territory’s first female judge Can you guess who this person was? Photo Credit: St. Thomas SourceLikes : 90

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Caption : On behalf of my family, my team and the Members of the 118th Congress, Merry Christmas! May your celebrations be filled with warmth and joy.Likes : 89

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Caption : December 3rd is #InternationalDayforPersonswithDisabilities. This year’s theme is “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future,” and calls on us to recognize the rights and achievements of persons with disabilities. 1 in 4 – approximately 70 million – adults in the United States, and approximately 10,000 people in the Virgin Islands report having a disability. It is our collective responsibility to advance and protect the agency and leadership of persons with disabilities – in line with the movement’s mission of ‘Nothing About Us Without Us.’Likes : 89

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85

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Caption : During my time in Senegal with the House Intelligence Committee, I observed the rich connections and similarities between Senegalese cultural practices and the culture and folklife that I and many other Virgin Islanders grew up with. Traditions of storytelling, dance, and hair braiding were brought to the Caribbean from Senegal and other West African countries during the slave trade. Today, those cultural imports can still be seen in the spiritual stilt dancing of our Moko Jumbies and the hair braiding practices in both Senegal and the US Virgin Islands. Teachers! As the school year begins, I encourage you to employ The Smithsonian’s Learning about Folklife: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Senegal (https://buff.ly/3LYpsn8) teaching guide to educate our youth on the rich history and complexities of the African and Caribbean diaspora. And of course, I took time for Goree Island to make libations to the ancestors and come back through the Door of No Return.Likes : 85