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http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-wrda Clyburn Statement on WRDA 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy Clyburn statement on the President signing the Water Infrastructure Improvements Act for the Nation (WIIN) Act, which includes the new Water Resources Development Act: “The WIIN Act includes provisions that will expand the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency.  This longstanding initiative I have championed currently provides almost 300 million gallons of clean drinking water annually in three rural counties, Calhoun, Orangeburg, and Dorchester, and has additional capacity used to recruit industry.  The bill increases the cap on the Agency’s authorization to allow it access to be expanded to serve additional rural communities.  This bill extends the agency’s authority to include Berkeley County, which will allow it to serve the site of the new Volvo Cars manufacturing facility and adjacent supplier facilities.  The Volvo development is a $500 million investment which is expected to create 8,000 jobs within the next decade and contribute $4.8 billion annually to the South Carolina economy.”  “The WIIN Act also authorizes the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project, which will deepen the channel depth in the harbor to 52 feet and to 54 feet at the entrance.  I have worked diligently with President Obama and the South Carolina Congressional Delegation to expedite the project’s feasibility study so that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chief’s Report could be submitted to Congress in 2015, making the project eligible for inclusion in this legislation.  The bill authorizes federal investment of over $231 million for the harbor deepening project.  The Port of Charleston already has a $53 billion impact on our state’s economy, affecting 187,000 jobs.  This deepening project will increase both, creating jobs and growing the economy of the state.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-wrda/ Clyburn Statement on WRDA 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Clyburn statement on the President signing the Water Infrastructure Improvements Act for the Nation (WIIN) Act, which includes the new Water Resources Development Act: “The WIIN Act includes provisions that will expand the Lake Marion Regional Water Agency. This longstanding initiative I have championed currently provides almost 300 million gallons of clean drinking water annually in three rural counties, Calhoun, Orangeburg, and Dorchester, and has additional capacity used to recruit industry. The bill increases the cap on the Agency’s authorization to allow it access to be expanded to serve additional rural communities. This bill extends the agency’s authority to include Berkeley County, which will allow it to serve the site of the new Volvo Cars manufacturing facility and adjacent supplier facilities. The Volvo development is a $500 million investment which is expected to create 8,000 jobs within the next decade and contribute $4.8 billion annually to the South Carolina economy.” “The WIIN Act also authorizes the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project, which will deepen the channel depth in the harbor to 52 feet and to 54 feet at the entrance. I have worked diligently with President Obama and the South Carolina Congressional Delegation to expedite the project’s feasibility study so that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chief’s Report could be submitted to Congress in 2015, making the project eligible for inclusion in this legislation. The bill authorizes federal investment of over $231 million for the harbor deepening project. The Port of Charleston already has a $53 billion impact on our state’s economy, affecting 187,000 jobs. This deepening project will increase both, creating jobs and growing the economy of the state.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:09:43Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-announces-public-meeting-discuss-national-monument-proposal-historic Clyburn Announces Public Meeting to Discuss National Monument Proposal for Historic Reconstruction Era Sites 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today announced that National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis will travel to South Carolina to visit proposed sites that are under consideration to be included as part of a Reconstruction Era national monument and to attend a public meeting hosted by Rep. Clyburn to hear feedback from the public on the proposal. “I am thrilled that Director Jarvis will be coming to visit Penn Center, Brick Baptist Church, and other historic sites from the Reconstruction Era in Beaufort and Port Royal.  Our country desperately needs to better understand this era of our history, and including these sites in the National Park System is critical to this effort.  We must preserve these places and stories for future generations as well as make them accessible to the public.  The National Park Service is entrusted with stewardship of our nation’s most sacred historic places, and I hope to include these sites in the system.  I also thank Captain Korsnes for his participation and the U.S. Navy’s interest in the preservation of these sites.” WHAT:  Public meeting with federal and local officials and community leaders to discuss Reconstruction Era national monument proposal. WHEN:  Thursday, December 15, 12:00 P.M – 2:00 P.M. WHERE:  Brick Baptist Church, 85 Martin Luther King Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 29920. WHO:  Local elected officials and community leaders will provide information regarding the proposal.  Federal officials attending to hear comments from the public include: ·         Director Jonathan B. Jarvis, National Park Service ·         Captain Jeffrey Korsnes, Commanding Officer, U.S. Naval Support Facility Beaufort Below link is the public notice of the meeting ·         Public Meeting Notice Below link is a map and description of the five proposed sites: ·         Map & Site Descriptions Earlier this year, Congressman Clyburn wrote to President Obama requesting he use his authority under the Antiquities Act to designate Penn Center and other Reconst… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-announces-public-meeting-to-discuss-national-monument-proposal-for-historic-reconstruction-era-sites/ Clyburn Announces Public Meeting to Discuss National Monument Proposal for Historic Reconstruction Era Sites 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today announced that National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis will travel to South Carolina to visit proposed sites that are under consideration to be included as part of a Reconstruction Era national monument and to attend a public meeting hosted by Rep. Clyburn to hear feedback from the public on the proposal. “I am thrilled that Director Jarvis will be coming to visit Penn Center, Brick Baptist Church, and other historic sites from the Reconstruction Era in Beaufort and Port Royal. Our country desperately needs to better understand this era of our history, and including these sites in the National Park System is critical to this effort. We must preserve these places and stories for future generations as well as make them accessible to the public. The National Park Service is entrusted with stewardship of our nation’s most sacred historic places, and I hope to include these sites in the system. I also thank Captain Korsnes for his participation and the U.S. Navy’s interest in the preservation of these sites.” WHAT: Public meeting with federal and local officials and community leaders to discuss Reconstruction Era national monument proposal. WHEN: Thursday, December 15, 12:00 P.M – 2:00 P.M. WHERE: Brick Baptist Church, 85 Martin Luther King Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 29920. WHO: Local elected officials and community leaders will provide information regarding the proposal. Earlier this year, Congressman Clyburn wrote to President Obama requesting he use his authority under the Antiquities Act to designate Penn Center and other Reconstruction Era sites as a national monument. He also introduced model legislation on May 26, 2016 to establish the Penn School – Reconstruction Era National Monument. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:09:43Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/notice-of-public-meeting/ Notice of Public Meeting 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Notice of Public Meeting NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Proposed Reconstruction Era National Monument Please join Congressman James E. Clyburn for a public meeting regarding the proposal to establish a new unit of the National Park System to tell the story of Reconstruction. Federal officials will listen to input from the public on the monument proposal which could include the designation of Penn Center, Brick Baptist Church, the Camp Saxton-Emancipation Oak site, the Robert Smalls House, and the Old Beaufort Firehouse. Members of the public are invited to attend and comment Thursday, December 15 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Brick Baptist Church 85 Martin Luther King Drive St. Helena Island, SC 29920 Federal Agency representatives include: Director Jonathan B. Jarvis, National Park Service Captain Jeffrey Korsnes, Commanding Officer U.S. Naval Hospital Beaufort For more information or to RSVP please contact Dalton Tresvant at (803) 799-1100 or dalton.tresvant@mail.house.gov ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:09:43Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-re-elected-assistant-democratic-leader-0 Clyburn Re-Elected Assistant Democratic Leader 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy Congressman James E. Clyburn released the following statement after the House Democratic Caucus elected him by acclamation to another term as Assistant Democratic Leader: “I thank all my House Democratic colleagues for the faith and confidence they have expressed in me to serve as Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress.  I am deeply honored to have the unanimous support of our Caucus and humbly accept this Leadership position with clear eyes and understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead. “As I said to my colleagues today, our experiences are what make us who and what we are.  Our diversity – of experiences, backgrounds, ethnicities and constituencies – remains our greatest strength.  As the only Member of elected Leadership from a deep red state and largely rural district, I will work tirelessly to stay connected to all of our Caucuses and regions and to give voice to the concerns of our diverse communities.  “Looking forward, I want my grandchildren to grow up in a world where they do not have to fear the next decision of the Supreme Court of the United States for the impact it could have on their lives and communities.  I want them to grow up where people in elected office are people they can look up to and emulate. Together, we can do something about that.” Clyburn was nominated to be the Assistant Democratic Leader by Congressman Cedric Richmond (LA-02) and seconded by Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06), Congressman Pete Aguilar (CA-31) and Congressman Peter Welch (VT-At Large). 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-re-elected-assistant-democratic-leader-2/ Clyburn Re-Elected Assistant Democratic Leader 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Congressman James E. Clyburn released the following statement after the House Democratic Caucus elected him by acclamation to another term as Assistant Democratic Leader: “I thank all my House Democratic colleagues for the faith and confidence they have expressed in me to serve as Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress. I am deeply honored to have the unanimous support of our Caucus and humbly accept this Leadership position with clear eyes and understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead. “As I said to my colleagues today, our experiences are what make us who and what we are. Our diversity – of experiences, backgrounds, ethnicities and constituencies – remains our greatest strength. As the only Member of elected Leadership from a deep red state and largely rural district, I will work tirelessly to stay connected to all of our Caucuses and regions and to give voice to the concerns of our diverse communities. “Looking forward, I want my grandchildren to grow up in a world where they do not have to fear the next decision of the Supreme Court of the United States for the impact it could have on their lives and communities. I want them to grow up where people in elected office are people they can look up to and emulate. Together, we can do something about that.” Clyburn was nominated to be the Assistant Democratic Leader by Congressman Cedric Richmond (LA-02) and seconded by Congresswoman Grace Meng (NY-06), Congressman Pete Aguilar (CA-31) and Congressman Peter Welch (VT-At Large). 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:07:19Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-recent-trump-administration-appointment-steve-bannon-and-nomination Clyburn Statement On Recent Trump Administration Appointment Of Steve Bannon and Nomination of Jeff Sessions 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC) released the following statement today:   “Donald Trump’s recent staffing and nomination announcements are a sad but predictable continuation of his spiteful, divisive campaign,” said Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn.  “Steve Bannon has taken pride in giving voice and an online home to radical white-supremacist groups.  There should be no place in the White House for his brand of misogynistic, bigoted, anti-Semitic and xenophobic normalcy. “Senator Sessions has faced serious allegations throughout his career and was rightly rejected for a federal judgeship because of them.  His civil rights record is appalling and should disqualify him from Senate confirmation. “Together the Bannon appointment and nomination of Senator Sessions for Attorney General represent a frightening return to a dark and dangerous past for minority communities in Donald Trump’s America.  They threaten the civil rights progress we’ve made and are significant roadblocks to healing the racial divisions laid bare by the recent election.  I firmly oppose both and urge Donald Trump to rescind the appointment of Steve Bannon as Chief Strategist and the nomination of Senator Sessions for Attorney General.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-recent-trump-administration-appointment-of-steve-bannon-and-nomination-of-jeff-sessions/ Clyburn Statement On Recent Trump Administration Appointment Of Steve Bannon and Nomination of Jeff Sessions 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC) released the following statement today: “Donald Trump’s recent staffing and nomination announcements are a sad but predictable continuation of his spiteful, divisive campaign,” said Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn. “Steve Bannon has taken pride in giving voice and an online home to radical white-supremacist groups. There should be no place in the White House for his brand of misogynistic, bigoted, anti-Semitic and xenophobic normalcy. “Senator Sessions has faced serious allegations throughout his career and was rightly rejected for a federal judgeship because of them. His civil rights record is appalling and should disqualify him from Senate confirmation. “Together the Bannon appointment and nomination of Senator Sessions for Attorney General represent a frightening return to a dark and dangerous past for minority communities in Donald Trump’s America. They threaten the civil rights progress we’ve made and are significant roadblocks to healing the racial divisions laid bare by the recent election. I firmly oppose both and urge Donald Trump to rescind the appointment of Steve Bannon as Chief Strategist and the nomination of Senator Sessions for Attorney General.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:07:19Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-announces-run-house-assistant-democratic-leader-0 Clyburn Announces Run For House Assistant Democratic Leader 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC) today is sending a letter to Democratic colleagues announcing his intention to run for Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress.  Below is the text of the letter. Dear Democratic Colleague:             I write to respectfully ask for your vote and support to continue serving as Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress of the U.S. House of Representatives.             Over the past several days, we have engaged in a great deal of introspection.  The conversations and discussions I have had with many of you have been instructive and constructive. We must continue those discussions and we need to do so on a much more frequent and inclusive basis.             We must start by advancing a bold vision for a 21st century economy that is worthy of America’s working men and women.  And we must develop ways to express that vision in words and phrases that are understandable and complimentary. It is overused but true, our diversity is our greatest strength. We must find ways to more effectively help each other and the means to more efficiently recruit others to join us.  We must champion the causes of those whose votes we seek and stand up to the most extreme elements of the Republican agenda.  We must stand for opportunity, equality and justice for all in our society. A former Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Chair, Vice Chair, and Majority Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, I am the only Member of our Leadership from a red state and mostly rural district.  I work to stay connected to all of our Caucuses and regions and give voice to the concerns of our diverse communities. I had the experience in 1970 of having been declared the winner in my campaign for the South Carolina legislature on Tuesday evening, and being told the next morning that in adding up the votes someone had failed to carry a one.  Therefore, rather than winning by 500 votes I lost by 500 votes.  I did not quit then, and I will not quit now.  I am commit… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-announces-run-for-house-assistant-democratic-leader-2/ Clyburn Announces Run For House Assistant Democratic Leader 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, DC – House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC) today is sending a letter to Democratic colleagues announcing his intention to run for Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress. Below is the text of the letter. Dear Democratic Colleague: I write to respectfully ask for your vote and support to continue serving as Assistant Democratic Leader in the 115th Congress of the U.S. House of Representatives. Over the past several days, we have engaged in a great deal of introspection. The conversations and discussions I have had with many of you have been instructive and constructive. We must continue those discussions and we need to do so on a much more frequent and inclusive basis. We must start by advancing a bold vision for a 21st century economy that is worthy of America’s working men and women. And we must develop ways to express that vision in words and phrases that are understandable and complimentary. It is overused but true, our diversity is our greatest strength. We must find ways to more effectively help each other and the means to more efficiently recruit others to join us. We must champion the causes of those whose votes we seek and stand up to the most extreme elements of the Republican agenda. We must stand for opportunity, equality and justice for all in our society. A former Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Chair, Vice Chair, and Majority Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, I am the only Member of our Leadership from a red state and mostly rural district. I work to stay connected to all of our Caucuses and regions and give voice to the concerns of our diverse communities. I had the experience in 1970 of having been declared the winner in my campaign for the South Carolina legislature on Tuesday evening, and being told the next morning that in adding up the votes someone had failed to carry a one. Therefore, rather than winning by 500 votes I lost by 500 votes. I did not quit then, and I will not quit now. I am committed to redoubling my efforts to move th… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:07:19Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/hbcus-are-america%E2%80%99s-national-treasures HBCUs are Americas National Treasures 2016-10-26 2016 2016-10 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON - U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Diverse Issues In Higher Education today: The legacy of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is one of significant courage and steadfast determination. HBCUs are among America’s national treasures that must be preserved and protected for future generations. HBCUs are some of the most important historic educational institutions in our country. Many of them have buildings and sites on their campuses that have existed for over a century. Unfortunately, many of the historic buildings and sites on these campuses have deteriorated over the years and are at risk of being lost completely if not preserved and protected. In 1998, at the request of the Congressional Black Caucus, the U.S Government Accountability Office (GAO) surveyed 103 HBCU campuses to identify the historically significant sites on these campuses and project the cost of restoring and preserving these properties. The GAO identified 712 historic buildings and sites, and projected a cost of $755 million to restore and preserve them.  Each of these sites has national significance to American history, and I believe we have an obligation to be stewards of these cultural treasures. Congress first authorized grants to HBCUs for historic preservation in 1996. In 2003, Congress expanded the program and authorized $10 million annually for five years. Last month, the House passed legislation to extend that authorization at the same level for an additional seven years. These historic preservation grants have had transformative effects on HBCU campuses across the country. Arnett Hall at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina, was designed by an African American architect and constructed by the university students themselves in 1891. Before being restored, Arnett Hall had been boarded up for nearly 40 years. Testifying before the Committee on Natural Resources earlier this year, Claflin University’s President, Dr. Henry Tisdale spoke of t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/hbcus-are-americaaes-national-treasures/ HBCUs are America’s National Treasures 2016-10-26 2016 2016-10 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Diverse Issues In Higher Education today: The legacy of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is one of significant courage and steadfast determination. HBCUs are among America’s national treasures that must be preserved and protected for future generations. HBCUs are some of the most important historic educational institutions in our country. Many of them have buildings and sites on their campuses that have existed for over a century. Unfortunately, many of the historic buildings and sites on these campuses have deteriorated over the years and are at risk of being lost completely if not preserved and protected. In 1998, at the request of the Congressional Black Caucus, the U.S Government Accountability Office (GAO) surveyed 103 HBCU campuses to identify the historically significant sites on these campuses and project the cost of restoring and preserving these properties. The GAO identified 712 historic buildings and sites, and projected a cost of $755 million to restore and preserve them. Each of these sites has national significance to American history, and I believe we have an obligation to be stewards of these cultural treasures. Congress first authorized grants to HBCUs for historic preservation in 1996. In 2003, Congress expanded the program and authorized $10 million annually for five years. Last month, the House passed legislation to extend that authorization at the same level for an additional seven years. These historic preservation grants have had transformative effects on HBCU campuses across the country. Arnett Hall at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina, was designed by an African American architect and constructed by the university students themselves in 1891. Before being restored, Arnett Hall had been boarded up for nearly 40 years. Testifying before the Committee on Natural Resources earlier this year, Claflin University’s President, Dr. Henry Tisdale spoke … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:04:55Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-passage-gullahgeechee-bill Clyburn Statement on Passage of Gullah/Geechee Bill 2016-09-30 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today released the following statement on the Senate passage yesterday of H.R. 3004, a bill to extend the authorization of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission. The Commission was originally created by Congressman Clyburn’s legislation, passed in 2006, which created the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor.  It is tasked with managing the Corridor in partnership with the National Park Service and dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Gullah and Geechee history and culture.  The Commission’s authorization was set to expire in October. “Gullah/Geechee is a blend of African and European culture and traditions developed by former slaves living in isolation in the Sea Islands of the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida.  I was proud to get legislation passed creating a Commission to preserve and protect the Gullah/Geechee culture, which is increasingly endangered and deserving of protection.  I am extremely pleased that the Congress has agreed to a five year extension of the Commission,” Clyburn stated. “I began my career as a high school history teacher in South Carolina’s Low-Country, and I believe we have an obligation to preserve the rich history of this country.  I have dedicated much of my tenure in Congress to ensuring this nation’s rich historical and cultural resources are protected for future generations.  The Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor is a unique effort dedicated to preserving not just a historical resource, but a living, breathing culture.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-passage-of-gullah-geechee-bill/ Clyburn Statement on Passage of Gullah/Geechee Bill 2016-09-30 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today released the following statement on the Senate passage yesterday of H.R. 3004, a bill to extend the authorization of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission. The Commission was originally created by Congressman Clyburn’s legislation, passed in 2006, which created the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor. It is tasked with managing the Corridor in partnership with the National Park Service and dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Gullah and Geechee history and culture. The Commission’s authorization was set to expire in October. “Gullah/Geechee is a blend of African and European culture and traditions developed by former slaves living in isolation in the Sea Islands of the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida. I was proud to get legislation passed creating a Commission to preserve and protect the Gullah/Geechee culture, which is increasingly endangered and deserving of protection. I am extremely pleased that the Congress has agreed to a five year extension of the Commission,” Clyburn stated. “I began my career as a high school history teacher in South Carolina’s Low-Country, and I believe we have an obligation to preserve the rich history of this country. I have dedicated much of my tenure in Congress to ensuring this nation’s rich historical and cultural resources are protected for future generations. The Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor is a unique effort dedicated to preserving not just a historical resource, but a living, breathing culture.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:01:54Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-floor-statement-hr-295-reauthorize-histrocially-black-colleges-and Clyburn Floor Statement on H.R. 295, to Reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation Program 2016-09-12 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 295, which passed the House unanimously by voice vote (as prepared for delivery): “Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 295, my bill to reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation program.  This bill has been cosponsored by my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus and is broadly supported by all of our colleagues.  It received a unanimous vote in the House Natural Resources Committee earlier this year, and I thank all of my colleagues for their support. “As a former high school history teacher, I have worked during my tenure in Congress to preserve and protect our nation’s historic treasures.  Historically Black Colleges and Universities, commonly called HBCUs, are some of the most important historic educational institutions in our country.  Many of them have buildings and sites on their campuses that have existed for over a century. Unfortunately, many of the historic buildings and sites on these campuses have deteriorated over the years and are at risk of being lost completely if not preserved and protected.  “In 1998, at the request of the Congressional Black Caucus, the U.S Government Accountability Office (GAO) surveyed 103 HBCU campuses to identify the historically significant sites on these campuses and project the cost of restoring and preserving these properties.  The GAO identified 712 historic buildings and sites, and projected a cost of $755 million to restore and preserve them.  Each of these sites has national significance to American history, and I believe we have an obligation to be stewards of these cultural treasures. “Congress first authorized grants to HBCUs for historic preservation in 1996.  In 2003, working with our former colleague Jim Hansen of Utah and our current colleague, and my friend, Jimmy Duncan of Tennessee, Congress expanded the program that was originally championed by our former colleague Bob Clement, … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-floor-statement-on-h-r-295-to-reauthorize-the-historically-black-colleges-and-universities-historic-preservation-program/ Clyburn Floor Statement on H.R. 295, to Reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation Program 2016-09-12 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 295, which passed the House unanimously by voice vote (as prepared for delivery): “Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 295, my bill to reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation program. This bill has been cosponsored by my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus and is broadly supported by all of our colleagues. It received a unanimous vote in the House Natural Resources Committee earlier this year, and I thank all of my colleagues for their support. “As a former high school history teacher, I have worked during my tenure in Congress to preserve and protect our nation’s historic treasures. Historically Black Colleges and Universities, commonly called HBCUs, are some of the most important historic educational institutions in our country. Many of them have buildings and sites on their campuses that have existed for over a century. Unfortunately, many of the historic buildings and sites on these campuses have deteriorated over the years and are at risk of being lost completely if not preserved and protected. “In 1998, at the request of the Congressional Black Caucus, the U.S Government Accountability Office (GAO) surveyed 103 HBCU campuses to identify the historically significant sites on these campuses and project the cost of restoring and preserving these properties. The GAO identified 712 historic buildings and sites, and projected a cost of $755 million to restore and preserve them. Each of these sites has national significance to American history, and I believe we have an obligation to be stewards of these cultural treasures. “Congress first authorized grants to HBCUs for historic preservation in 1996. In 2003, working with our former colleague Jim Hansen of Utah and our current colleague, and my friend, Jimmy Duncan of Tennessee, Congress expanded the program that was originally championed by our former colleague Bob Clement, also… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:01:54Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-availability-funds-new-school-denmark-olar-school-district Clyburn Statement on Availability of Funds for New School in Denmark-Olar School District 2016-09-07 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy Columbia, S.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of Rural Development has announced approval of a direct loan through its community facilities program of $38 million for a new K-8 school, renovated high school, athletic facilities, and district administrative offices in Denmark, South Carolina to serve the Denmark-Olar School District (Bamberg School District 2). In response to the above announcement Congressman Jim Clyburn released the following statement: “At the request of officials and representatives of Denmark-Olar School District, I was pleased to work with USDA in support of their application.  Schools are the anchors of our communities and provide the foundation our children need to secure a productive future.” Clyburn continued, “The state of disrepair in many of South Carolina’s rural schools has been well documented.  When completed, this facility will be a state of the art investment in Bamberg County’s children.” The loan USDA is offering would be paid back over 40 years at 2.75 percent interest. For more information, contact: Michele J. Cardwell, USDA Rural Development, Community Programs Director, Acting State Director. Phone: 803-253-3645 Dr. Thelma F. Sojourner, Denmark-Olar School District. Phone: 803-793-2032 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-availability-of-funds-for-new-school-in-denmark-olar-school-district/ Clyburn Statement on Availability of Funds for New School in Denmark-Olar School District 2016-09-07 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Columbia, S.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of Rural Development has announced approval of a direct loan through its community facilities program of $38 million for a new K-8 school, renovated high school, athletic facilities, and district administrative offices in Denmark, South Carolina to serve the Denmark-Olar School District (Bamberg School District 2). In response to the above announcement Congressman Jim Clyburn released the following statement: “At the request of officials and representatives of Denmark-Olar School District, I was pleased to work with USDA in support of their application. Schools are the anchors of our communities and provide the foundation our children need to secure a productive future.” Clyburn continued, “The state of disrepair in many of South Carolina’s rural schools has been well documented. When completed, this facility will be a state of the art investment in Bamberg County’s children.” The loan USDA is offering would be paid back over 40 years at 2.75 percent interest. For more information, contact: Michele J. Cardwell, USDA Rural Development, Community Programs Director, Acting State Director. Phone: 803-253-3645 Dr. Thelma F. Sojourner, Denmark-Olar School District. Phone: 803-793-2032 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:01:54Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-op-ed-democrats-vs-republicans-economy-it-not-close-call Clyburn OP-ED: Democrats vs. Republicans on the Economy: It Is Not A Close Call 2016-09-02 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Huffington Post today: Democrats v. Republicans on the Economy:  It is Not a Close Call             If our history were not so instructive about the catastrophic consequences that often flow from sophisticated campaigns of misinformation, I would probably be amused by the half truths and untruths that are being tossed around during this election season.  Democrats in general and President Barack Obama in particular are being blamed for everything that has gone wrong with our country’s economy over the last generation.               President Obama, our nation’s first African American President, is being viciously blamed by a few uninformed and misguided souls for all the maladies being experienced by black Americans. It is very clear, however, that over the last 35 years the American economy has fared much better under Democratic presidents than it has under Republican presidents.  And all Americans - particularly black Americans - have seen their fortunes dramatically improved under President Obama’s Administration.             According to a February 2016 report by the Joint Economic Committee on analysis of economic performance since World War II under Democratic versus Republican presidents, “data show[s] that the economy has performed much better during Democratic administrations.  Economic growth, job creation and industrial production have all been stronger.”  Also, a recent study by Princeton University professors Alan Blinder and Mark Watson concluded: “The superiority of economic performance under Democrats rather than Republicans is nearly ubiquitous; it holds almost regardless of how you define success.”              It is often stated that all of us are entitled to our opinions, but there can be only one set of facts.  And when we look at the facts on job creation, employment levels and deficit reduction under the most recent five presidents, it is not a close call. Job Creation:            … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-op-ed-democrats-vs-republicans-on-the-economy-it-is-not-a-close-call/ Clyburn OP-ED: Democrats vs. Republicans on the Economy: It Is Not A Close Call 2016-09-02 2016 2016-09 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Huffington Post today: Democrats v. Republicans on the Economy: It is Not a Close Call If our history were not so instructive about the catastrophic consequences that often flow from sophisticated campaigns of misinformation, I would probably be amused by the half truths and untruths that are being tossed around during this election season. Democrats in general and President Barack Obama in particular are being blamed for everything that has gone wrong with our country’s economy over the last generation. President Obama, our nation’s first African American President, is being viciously blamed by a few uninformed and misguided souls for all the maladies being experienced by black Americans. It is very clear, however, that over the last 35 years the American economy has fared much better under Democratic presidents than it has under Republican presidents. And all Americans – particularly black Americans – have seen their fortunes dramatically improved under President Obama’s Administration. According to a February 2016 report by the Joint Economic Committee on analysis of economic performance since World War II under Democratic versus Republican presidents, “data show[s] that the economy has performed much better during Democratic administrations. Economic growth, job creation and industrial production have all been stronger.” Also, a recent study by Princeton University professors Alan Blinder and Mark Watson concluded: “The superiority of economic performance under Democrats rather than Republicans is nearly ubiquitous; it holds almost regardless of how you define success.” It is often stated that all of us are entitled to our opinions, but there can be only one set of facts. And when we look at the facts on job creation, employment levels and deficit reduction under the most recent five presidents, it is not a close call. Job Creation: Since 1981, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:01:54Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-sc-dot-commission-approval-local-projects Clyburn Statement on SC DOT Commission Approval of Local Projects 2016-08-18 2016 2016-08 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy (Columbia, SC) - Congressman Jim Clyburn released the following statement on the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission’s vote on repurposing federal funds for local highway projects: “I support the S.C. Department of Transportation Commission’s action today to re-purpose certain federal highway funds to make critical investments in communities in the 6th Congressional District.  Today’s action will create jobs, improve infrastructure, enhance public safety and contribute to essential community development and revitalization.  Many of the communities that will benefit from this action have suffered decades of neglect. I was proud to work with local elected officials and community leaders to repurpose  these funds for projects they have championed for decades and are prepared to meet the 20% match requirement.  Consequently, these projects - which meet the legal requirement of being within a 50-mile radius of the original site -  will not cost South Carolina taxpayers any additional funds or take away any state resources from other highway projects.” List of projects receiving these re-purposed federal funds: Manning Ave./N. Main Corridor Revitalization (Sumter) - $11,491,338 – Requested by City of Sumter Russell Street/Magnolia Street Revitalization (Orangeburg) - $6,500,000 – Requested by Orangeburg County S. Main Street (Columbia) – $3,027,789 – Requested by the University of South Carolina Zan Street (Orangeburg) - $500,000 – Partnership between SCDOT, City of Orangeburg, Orangeburg County, and the Lower Savannah Council of Governments Today’s action by the Commission is in accordance with Public Law 114-13, the Omnibus Appropriations Act of 2016. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-sc-dot-commission-approval-of-local-projects/ Clyburn Statement on SC DOT Commission Approval of Local Projects 2016-08-18 2016 2016-08 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper (Columbia, SC) – Congressman Jim Clyburn released the following statement on the South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission’s vote on repurposing federal funds for local highway projects: “I support the S.C. Department of Transportation Commission’s action today to re-purpose certain federal highway funds to make critical investments in communities in the 6th Congressional District. Today’s action will create jobs, improve infrastructure, enhance public safety and contribute to essential community development and revitalization. Many of the communities that will benefit from this action have suffered decades of neglect. I was proud to work with local elected officials and community leaders to repurpose these funds for projects they have championed for decades and are prepared to meet the 20% match requirement. Consequently, these projects – which meet the legal requirement of being within a 50-mile radius of the original site – will not cost South Carolina taxpayers any additional funds or take away any state resources from other highway projects.” List of projects receiving these re-purposed federal funds: Manning Ave./N. Main Corridor Revitalization (Sumter) – $11,491,338 – Requested by City of Sumter Russell Street/Magnolia Street Revitalization (Orangeburg) – $6,500,000 – Requested by Orangeburg County S. Main Street (Columbia) – $3,027,789 – Requested by the University of South Carolina Zan Street (Orangeburg) – $500,000 – Partnership between SCDOT, City of Orangeburg, Orangeburg County, and the Lower Savannah Council of Governments Today’s action by the Commission is in accordance with Public Law 114-13, the Omnibus Appropriations Act of 2016. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:00:38Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/media-advisory-clyburn-join-democrats-hold-lighting-way-national-speak-out-path MEDIA ADVISORY: Clyburn to Join Democrats to Hold "Lighting the Way' National Speak Out 2016-07-11 2016 2016-07 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy MEDIA ADVISORY **Happening Thursday** Contact:  Candace Randle Person (CBC) (202) 593-1331 Brenda Jones (Lewis) (202) 225-3801 Patrick Devlin (Clyburn) (202) 226-3210 Democrats to Hold ‘Lighting the Way’ National Speak Out: The Path Forward on Gun Violence WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, July 14th at 7:30 p.m. EDT, Democrats will hold a national speak out on gun violence in America. This event is open press. WHO:    Representative John Lewis (D-GA)   Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC)   Congressional Black Caucus (CBC)   Members of the House Democratic Caucus     WHAT: Ensuring Comprehensive Background Checks   H.R. 1217, Public Safety and Second Amendment Rights Protection Act       Enacting No Fly, No Buy   H.R. 1076, Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act       Closing the Charleston Loophole   H.R. 3051, Background Check Completion Act       Barring Firearm Sales to Hate Crime Offenders         H.R. 4603, Hate Crimes Prevention Act            WHEN: Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. EDT     WHERE: West Lawn of U.S. Capitol Building 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/media-advisory-clyburn-to-join-democrats-to-hold-lighting-the-way-national-speak-out/ MEDIA ADVISORY: Clyburn to Join Democrats to Hold “Lighting the Way’ National Speak Out 2016-07-11 2016 2016-07 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper MEDIA ADVISORY **Happening Thursday** Contact: Candace Randle Person (CBC) (202) 593-1331 Brenda Jones (Lewis) (202) 225-3801 Patrick Devlin (Clyburn) (202) 226-3210 Democrats to Hold ‘Lighting the Way’ National Speak Out: The Path Forward on Gun Violence WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, July 14th at 7:30 p.m. EDT, Democrats will hold a national speak out on gun violence in America. This event is open press. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:57:58Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/good-trouble Good Trouble 2016-06-28 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy One day after the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history killed 49 people and nearly a year after nine prayerful souls were gunned down at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC I sought recognition from the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives attempting to raise a Parliamentary Inquiry. I wanted to inquire as to when we might be able to expect a vote on several pieces of legislation that would make our communities safer, our families more secure ‎ and our gun ownership laws more sensible. My Inquiry was not responded to, and I was ruled out of order. The so-called “No Fly, No Buy” bill, H.R. 1076, would deny gun purchases to individuals on the terrorist watch list who are prohibited from flying. H.R. 1217, sponsored by Representatives Mike Thompson and Peter King, would‎ require universal background checks for gun purchases. Representative David Cicilline’s bill, H.R. 4603, would prevent those found guilty of hate crimes from purchasing a firearm. My bill, H.R. 3051, would close the so-called “Charleston loophole,” which allows for the sale of a gun to be consummated after three days, even if the background check has not been completed. That loophole allowed the confessed killer of the “Emanuel 9" to purchase a firearm which, if the background check had been completed, he would not have been allowed to buy. Tuesday of last week I made a second attempt to inquire about the four bills discussed above, and the result was the same. I was silenced by the rules of the House. But this time, John Lewis, my friend of over 55 years, and colleague in the US House of Representatives for the last 23 years, responded by leading an unprecedented “Sit-in” on the House floor. He was assisted in this effort by John Larson of Connecticut, Katherine Clark of Massachusetts, Robin Kelly of Illinois and David Cicilline of Rhode Island. More than 200 House Members and Senators supported this unprecedented event, and we occupied the House Floor for more than 25 hours. Although House Republicans adjourned the session and… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/good-trouble/ Good Trouble 2016-06-28 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Good Trouble One day after the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history killed 49 people and nearly a year after nine prayerful souls were gunned down at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC I sought recognition from the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives attempting to raise a Parliamentary Inquiry. I wanted to inquire as to when we might be able to expect a vote on several pieces of legislation that would make our communities safer, our families more secure ‎ and our gun ownership laws more sensible. My Inquiry was not responded to, and I was ruled out of order. The so-called “No Fly, No Buy” bill, H.R. 1076, would deny gun purchases to individuals on the terrorist watch list who are prohibited from flying. H.R. 1217, sponsored by Representatives Mike Thompson and Peter King, would‎ require universal background checks for gun purchases. Representative David Cicilline’s bill, H.R. 4603, would prevent those found guilty of hate crimes from purchasing a firearm. My bill, H.R. 3051, would close the so-called “Charleston loophole,” which allows for the sale of a gun to be consummated after three days, even if the background check has not been completed. That loophole allowed the confessed killer of the “Emanuel 9" to purchase a firearm which, if the background check had been completed, he would not have been allowed to buy. Tuesday of last week I made a second attempt to inquire about the four bills discussed above, and the result was the same. I was silenced by the rules of the House. But this time, John Lewis, my friend of over 55 years, and colleague in the US House of Representatives for the last 23 years, responded by leading an unprecedented “Sit-in” on the House floor. He was assisted in this effort by John Larson of Connecticut, Katherine Clark of Massachusetts, Robin Kelly of Illinois and David Cicilline of Rhode Island. More than 200 House Members and Senators supported this unprecedented event, and we occupied the House Floor for more than 25 hours. Although House Republicans adjo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:54:04Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-charleston-massacre-anniversary Clyburn Statement on the Charleston Massacre Anniversary 2016-06-17 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today released the following statement on the first anniversary of the Charleston Massacre: “Today marks the first anniversary of the Emanuel AME Church massacre in Charleston, South Carolina.  This heinous crime was deeply impactful, and the response of the families and community has been even more impactful. “As an AME congregant, a former resident of Charleston and Representative of the Low-Country in the U.S. House, I feel a deep and abiding connection to Charleston and the Low-Country.  The victims of that horrific crime were our friends and neighbors and my constituents.  Their deaths pained me in profound and personal ways and the wounds to our community will take time to heal. “On the night of June 17, 2015, my friend and Co-Worker Reverend Clementa Pinckney left his service in the state senate to travel to Charleston to fulfill his calling of  tending to his flock at Mother Emanuel AME Church’s regular Wednesday night Bible study.  Rev. Pinckney was a tremendous leader in our community.  Several weeks prior to that night, I had been with Rev. Pinckney at a service in North Charleston after the police shooting of an unarmed black man, Walter Scott.  Rev. Pinckney’s ministry at that event made a tremendous difference in defusing a very tense time and helped restore calm and allow the local authorities to exert justice  on a most unjust situation.  Into that Bible study entered an uninvited outsider.  Though he was a stranger, he was embraced by the worshippers who welcomed him into their weekly exploration of their faith.  Yet that hate-filled young man shunned their neighborly embrace and conducted an act of violence so heinous the horror has been immeasurable.   “I have been extremely proud of the resilience and compassion shown by the people of Charleston and South Carolina following the horrific attack at Mother Emanuel on June 17 last year.  The survivors of the attack and the families of the victims have been an inspiration to their… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-the-charleston-massacre-anniversary/ Clyburn Statement on the Charleston Massacre Anniversary 2016-06-17 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn today released the following statement on the first anniversary of the Charleston Massacre: “Today marks the first anniversary of the Emanuel AME Church massacre in Charleston, South Carolina. This heinous crime was deeply impactful, and the response of the families and community has been even more impactful. “As an AME congregant, a former resident of Charleston and Representative of the Low-Country in the U.S. House, I feel a deep and abiding connection to Charleston and the Low-Country. The victims of that horrific crime were our friends and neighbors and my constituents. Their deaths pained me in profound and personal ways and the wounds to our community will take time to heal. “On the night of June 17, 2015, my friend and Co-Worker Reverend Clementa Pinckney left his service in the state senate to travel to Charleston to fulfill his calling of tending to his flock at Mother Emanuel AME Church’s regular Wednesday night Bible study. Rev. Pinckney was a tremendous leader in our community. Several weeks prior to that night, I had been with Rev. Pinckney at a service in North Charleston after the police shooting of an unarmed black man, Walter Scott. Rev. Pinckney’s ministry at that event made a tremendous difference in defusing a very tense time and helped restore calm and allow the local authorities to exert justice on a most unjust situation. Into that Bible study entered an uninvited outsider. Though he was a stranger, he was embraced by the worshippers who welcomed him into their weekly exploration of their faith. Yet that hate-filled young man shunned their neighborly embrace and conducted an act of violence so heinous the horror has been immeasurable. “I have been extremely proud of the resilience and compassion shown by the people of Charleston and South Carolina following the horrific attack at Mother Emanuel on June 17 last year. The survivors of the attack and the families of the victims have been an inspiration to their communiti… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:54:04Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-announces-department-justice-grant-support-victims-emanuel-ame-church-attack Clyburn Announces Department of Justice Grant to Support Victims of Emanuel AME Church Attack 2016-06-02 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy Columbia, S.C. – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the Department of Justice’s announcement of a $3,611,088 grant through the Office for Victims of Crime Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program to the Medical University of South Carolina’s National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center to support victims of the June 17, 2015 attack at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. “I have been extremely proud of the resilience and compassion shown by the people of Charleston and South Carolina following the horrific attack at Mother Emanuel on June 17 last year.  The survivors of the attack and the families of the victims have been an inspiration to their communities, our state and the whole nation.  While the Charleston community has rallied together, we must stay vigilant and continue providing the proper support for the survivors and victims.” “I am pleased that the Department of Justice has awarded this grant to help MUSC and their partners, the City of Charleston and other local governments, deal with the continuing needs in the community as we approach the first anniversary of this horrible chapter in our lives.” “I want to thank Attorney General Loretta Lynch, for expediting this award, and all of my colleagues in the South Carolina congressional delegation for supporting MUSC’s request.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-introduces-legislation-create-national-monument-dedicated-reconstruction-era Clyburn Introduces Legislation to create National Monument dedicated to Reconstruction ERA at Penn Center 2016-06-02 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy ColumbiA, S.C. – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement after introducing the “Penn School – Reconstruction Era National Monument Act.” The bill would designate the historic Penn Center campus (formerly known as Penn School) on St. Helena Island, South Carolina, as a National Monument.  The National Monument would be dedicated to the history of the Reconstruction Era and managed by the National Park Service.  He was joined by Rep. Mark Sanford as an original cosponsor. “Penn Center is one of the most significant historical institutions in America.  Founded during the Civil War as Penn School, it was one of the first schools built in the South to educate newly freed slaves.  Throughout the Reconstruction Era, Penn School helped African Americans of the Sea Islands of South Carolina thrive and take advantage of opportunities denied to them by slavery.” “After local governments began to operate public schools for African Americans, Penn reorganized as Penn Center, a community organization dedicated to civil rights, preservation of Gullah history and culture, and providing critical services and resources to the community on St. Helena.  Penn Center continues its mission today, operating on the same historic campus continuously since the Civil War.” “This bill would establish a National Monument dedicated to the history and interpretation of the Reconstruction Era, a period of history underrepresented in the National Park System.  For generations, the story of this era was intentionally manipulated, to downplay the civil rights and economic gains made by African Americans following the Civil War and the pernicious efforts by white Southerners to disfranchise them.” “The site of Penn School is the ideal location for a National Monument dedicated to the Reconstruction Era, as its history is one of the best examples of the stories of the period.  Importantly, enacting this legislation will not detract from Penn Center’s ongoing operations.  The National Park Service would… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-announces-department-of-justice-grant-to-support-victims-of-emanuel-ame-church-attack/ Clyburn Announces Department of Justice Grant to Support Victims of Emanuel AME Church Attack 2016-06-02 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Columbia, S.C. – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the Department of Justice’s announcement of a $3,611,088 grant through the Office for Victims of Crime Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program to the Medical University of South Carolina’s National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center to support victims of the June 17, 2015 attack at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. “I have been extremely proud of the resilience and compassion shown by the people of Charleston and South Carolina following the horrific attack at Mother Emanuel on June 17 last year. The survivors of the attack and the families of the victims have been an inspiration to their communities, our state and the whole nation. While the Charleston community has rallied together, we must stay vigilant and continue providing the proper support for the survivors and victims.” “I am pleased that the Department of Justice has awarded this grant to help MUSC and their partners, the City of Charleston and other local governments, deal with the continuing needs in the community as we approach the first anniversary of this horrible chapter in our lives.” “I want to thank Attorney General Loretta Lynch, for expediting this award, and all of my colleagues in the South Carolina congressional delegation for supporting MUSC’s request.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:54:04Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-introduces-legislation-to-create-national-monument-dedicated-to-reconstruction-era-at-penn-center/ Clyburn Introduces Legislation to create National Monument dedicated to Reconstruction ERA at Penn Center 2016-06-02 2016 2016-06 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper ColumbiA, S.C. – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement after introducing the “Penn School – Reconstruction Era National Monument Act.” The bill would designate the historic Penn Center campus (formerly known as Penn School) on St. Helena Island, South Carolina, as a National Monument. The National Monument would be dedicated to the history of the Reconstruction Era and managed by the National Park Service. He was joined by Rep. Mark Sanford as an original cosponsor. “Penn Center is one of the most significant historical institutions in America. Founded during the Civil War as Penn School, it was one of the first schools built in the South to educate newly freed slaves. Throughout the Reconstruction Era, Penn School helped African Americans of the Sea Islands of South Carolina thrive and take advantage of opportunities denied to them by slavery.” “After local governments began to operate public schools for African Americans, Penn reorganized as Penn Center, a community organization dedicated to civil rights, preservation of Gullah history and culture, and providing critical services and resources to the community on St. Helena. Penn Center continues its mission today, operating on the same historic campus continuously since the Civil War.” “This bill would establish a National Monument dedicated to the history and interpretation of the Reconstruction Era, a period of history underrepresented in the National Park System. For generations, the story of this era was intentionally manipulated, to downplay the civil rights and economic gains made by African Americans following the Civil War and the pernicious efforts by white Southerners to disfranchise them.” “The site of Penn School is the ideal location for a National Monument dedicated to the Reconstruction Era, as its history is one of the best examples of the stories of the period. Importantly, enacting this legislation will not detract from Penn Center’s ongoing operations. The National Park Service would pa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:54:04Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-op-ed-republicans%E2%80%99-feckless-policies-and-reckless-politics Clyburn Op-Ed: Republicans Feckless Policies and Reckless Politics 2016-05-18 2016 2016-05 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy Clyburn op-ed: Republicans’ Feckless Policies and Reckless Politics WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Huffington Post today: Republicans’ Feckless Policies and Reckless Politics 05/18/2016 11:57 am ET Rep. James E. Clyburn Representing South Carolina’s 6th Congressional District Despite several flirtations over the years, Donald Trump did not burst onto the political scene until 2011, when he began viciously questioning the birthplace and academic record of our nation’s first black president. He has blasted his way to presumptive nominee by leveling irresponsible attacks against his opponents, nativist attacks against immigrants, cowardly attacks against American prisoners of war, sexist attacks against women, bigoted attacks against Muslims, and chilling attacks against the free press. Republican voters seem to be responding to this ruinous recklessness. Trump has defended his shameful rhetoric by decrying “political correctness,” insisting ludicrously that the very offensiveness of his rants is proof of their validity. The so-called Republican establishment shouldn’t be surprised. Trump’s ascendance is a predictable consequence of the reckless course the Republican Party has been on for a long time. The base of today’s Republican Party was formed in large measure by voters who left the Democratic Party in droves in response to President Harry Truman’s “Fair Deal” policies, and the national Democratic Party’s embrace of civil rights. They aligned themselves with Barry Goldwater’s candidacy and opposition to the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and Richard Nixon’s “Southern Strategy” in 1968. Many of these voters flocked to Ronald Reagan in 1980. They became known as Reagan Democrats, in part because of their Reagan’s derision of “welfare queens” and “strapping young bucks.” Reagan’s first speech after his nomination in 1980 was delivered in Philadelphia, Mississippi, a place that became internationally known because of the brutal murders of t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-op-ed-republicansae-feckless-policies-and-reckless-politics/ Clyburn Op-Ed: Republicans’ Feckless Policies and Reckless Politics 2016-05-18 2016 2016-05 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper Clyburn op-ed: Republicans’ Feckless Policies and Reckless Politics WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) published the following op-ed on the Huffington Post today: 05/18/2016 11:57 am ET Rep. James E. Clyburn Representing South Carolina’s 6th Congressional District Despite several flirtations over the years, Donald Trump did not burst onto the political scene until 2011, when he began viciously questioning the birthplace and academic record of our nation’s first black president. He has blasted his way to presumptive nominee by leveling irresponsible attacks against his opponents, nativist attacks against immigrants, cowardly attacks against American prisoners of war, sexist attacks against women, bigoted attacks against Muslims, and chilling attacks against the free press. Republican voters seem to be responding to this ruinous recklessness. Trump has defended his shameful rhetoric by decrying “political correctness,” insisting ludicrously that the very offensiveness of his rants is proof of their validity. The so-called Republican establishment shouldn’t be surprised. Trump’s ascendance is a predictable consequence of the reckless course the Republican Party has been on for a long time. The base of today’s Republican Party was formed in large measure by voters who left the Democratic Party in droves in response to President Harry Truman’s “Fair Deal” policies, and the national Democratic Party’s embrace of civil rights. They aligned themselves with Barry Goldwater’s candidacy and opposition to the Civil Rights Act in 1964 and Richard Nixon’s “Southern Strategy” in 1968. Many of these voters flocked to Ronald Reagan in 1980. They became known as Reagan Democrats, in part because of their Reagan’s derision of “welfare queens” and “strapping young bucks.” Reagan’s first speech after his nomination in 1980 was delivered in Philadelphia, Mississippi, a place that became internationally known because of the brutal murders of three civil rights workers just 16 years earlier. There, t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:51:40Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-testimony-rules-committee-support-clyburn-smith-amendment-ndaa Clyburn Testimony at Rules Committee in Support of Clyburn-Smith Amendment to NDAA 2016-05-17 2016 2016-05 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn delivered the following statement at today’s meeting of the Rules Committee considering amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (as prepared for delivery):             “Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Madam Ranking Member, for the opportunity to testify before you today on the Clyburn-Smith amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act.             “This amendment would prohibit senior ROTC programs at any institution that displays the Confederate battle flag in a location other than a museum exhibit.  This objectionable banner, which was never the official flag of the Confederacy, is a symbol of hate, racial oppression, resistance to the rule of law, and white supremacy.  Any doubt as to the flag’s meaning was erased by the perpetrator of the horrific shootings at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina on June 17 of last year.             “Regrettably, the Confederate battle flag still flies in my congressional district at The Citadel, just two miles away from Mother Emanuel.  The Citadel is the alma mater of one of the Emanuel victims, and six employees lost family members in the attack.  This flag must come down.              “While The Citadel’s Board of Visitors has taken a symbolic vote expressing support for the flag’s removal, the Board members believe that they are barred from actually removing it until the South Carolina state legislature acts to revise or repeal the so-called Heritage Act.  I happen to disagree with this legal judgment, but regardless, the flag still flies.             “The bill as reported by the Armed Services Committee uses the Board’s hollow gesture to allow The Citadel to continue receiving federal funds for its ROTC program indefinitely, with no further action required to actually take the flag down.  But the bottom line is clear: the Confederate battle flag will not be removed from The Citadel until pressure is brought to bear on those with the authority to remove it.  And Americans’ ta… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-testimony-at-rules-committee-in-support-of-clyburn-smith-amendment-to-ndaa/ Clyburn Testimony at Rules Committee in Support of Clyburn-Smith Amendment to NDAA 2016-05-17 2016 2016-05 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn delivered the following statement at today’s meeting of the Rules Committee considering amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (as prepared for delivery): “Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Madam Ranking Member, for the opportunity to testify before you today on the Clyburn-Smith amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act. “This amendment would prohibit senior ROTC programs at any institution that displays the Confederate battle flag in a location other than a museum exhibit. This objectionable banner, which was never the official flag of the Confederacy, is a symbol of hate, racial oppression, resistance to the rule of law, and white supremacy. Any doubt as to the flag’s meaning was erased by the perpetrator of the horrific shootings at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina on June 17 of last year. “Regrettably, the Confederate battle flag still flies in my congressional district at The Citadel, just two miles away from Mother Emanuel. The Citadel is the alma mater of one of the Emanuel victims, and six employees lost family members in the attack. This flag must come down. “While The Citadel’s Board of Visitors has taken a symbolic vote expressing support for the flag’s removal, the Board members believe that they are barred from actually removing it until the South Carolina state legislature acts to revise or repeal the so-called Heritage Act. I happen to disagree with this legal judgment, but regardless, the flag still flies. “The bill as reported by the Armed Services Committee uses the Board’s hollow gesture to allow The Citadel to continue receiving federal funds for its ROTC program indefinitely, with no further action required to actually take the flag down. But the bottom line is clear: the Confederate battle flag will not be removed from The Citadel until pressure is brought to bear on those with the authority to remove it. And Americans’ tax dollars should be directed to institutions free of symbols of… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:51:40Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-republican-vote-keep-confederate-battle-flag-flying-citadel Clyburn Statement on Republican Vote to Keep the Confederate Battle Flag Flying at the Citadel 2016-04-28 2016 2016-04 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committee Republicans rejection of Ranking Member Adam Smiths amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act: I am greatly disappointed that a majority of Republican members of the House Armed Services Committee have voted to keep the Confederate battle flag flying in a place of worship at The Citadel. Their action nullified a bipartisan effort to remove that flag from Summerall Chapel. There is nothing reverent or unifying about that banner. The Confederate battle flag is a symbol of hate, repression, and resistance to the rule of law. It should only be displayed in a museum. Americans tax dollars should not be directed to institutions where it is flown, regardless of whether the decision to fly it is done under the color of state law. Almost 30 years ago, The Citadel and South Carolinas leadership were confronted with a similar situation. We worked together at that time to do the right thing. In the coming weeks and months, I plan to give House Republicans additional opportunities to do the right thing in this instance. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-republican-vote-to-keep-the-confederate-battle-flag-flying-at-the-citadel/ Clyburn Statement on Republican Vote to Keep the Confederate Battle Flag Flying at the Citadel 2016-04-28 2016 2016-04 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committee Republicans’ rejection of Ranking Member Adam Smith’s amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act: “I am greatly disappointed that a majority of Republican members of the House Armed Services Committee have voted to keep the Confederate battle flag flying in a place of worship at The Citadel. Their action nullified a bipartisan effort to remove that flag from Summerall Chapel. There is nothing reverent or unifying about that banner. “The Confederate battle flag is a symbol of hate, repression, and resistance to the rule of law. It should only be displayed in a museum. Americans’ tax dollars should not be directed to institutions where it is flown, regardless of whether the decision to fly it is done under the color of state law. “Almost 30 years ago, The Citadel and South Carolina’s leadership were confronted with a similar situation. We worked together at that time to do the right thing. In the coming weeks and months, I plan to give House Republicans additional opportunities to do the right thing in this instance.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:49:20Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-statement-smith-amendment-ndaa-confederate-battle-flag Clyburn Statement on Smith Amendment to the NDAA on the Confederate Battle Flag 2016-04-27 2016 2016-04 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committees markup of the National Defense Authorization Act: I strongly support Ranking Member Adam Smiths proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act to bar federal funds for senior ROTC programs from being used by institutions that display the Confederate battle flag. Unfortunately, this objectionable banner currently flies at The Citadel in my congressional district. Ranking Member Smiths amendment has been crafted to exempt all current students at The Citadel and any other institution that might be affected. Consequently, all current students would be allowed to keep their ROTC scholarships, complete their programs, and receive their commissions. This flag, which never was the official flag of the Confederacy, is a symbol of hate, racial oppression, and resistance to the rule of law. It did not fly at The Citadel immediately after the Civil War but was raised to its current location in Summerall Chapel in 1939, and it was placed in its current position by the institution. It has been used for over a century as a symbol of southern defiance and white supremacy; it was viewed as such by the perpetrator of the horrific shootings at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston on June 17 of last year. One of the victims of the Emanuel attack was a Citadel graduate, and six of its employees lost family members in that attack. Following those tragic, racially motivated shootings, I joined Governor Nikki Haley; Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott; Representatives Mark Sanford, Mick Mulvaney, Joe Wilson, and Tom Rice; and a host of other elected officials and citizens in calling for the removal of the Confederate battle flag from the grounds of the South Carolina State House. The Board of Visitors of The Citadel joined us, voting 9-3 on June 23, 2015 to remove the Confederate battle flag from Summerall Chapel. But while the South Carolina General Assembly voted to remove the Confederate battle … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-smith-amendment-to-the-ndaa-on-the-confederate-battle-flag/ Clyburn Statement on Smith Amendment to the NDAA on the Confederate Battle Flag 2016-04-27 2016 2016-04 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON – Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn released the following statement on the House Armed Services Committee’s markup of the National Defense Authorization Act: “I strongly support Ranking Member Adam Smith’s proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act to bar federal funds for senior ROTC programs from being used by institutions that display the Confederate battle flag. Unfortunately, this objectionable banner currently flies at The Citadel in my congressional district. “Ranking Member Smith’s amendment has been crafted to exempt all current students at The Citadel and any other institution that might be affected. Consequently, all current students would be allowed to keep their ROTC scholarships, complete their programs, and receive their commissions. “This flag, which never was the official flag of the Confederacy, is a symbol of hate, racial oppression, and resistance to the rule of law. It did not fly at The Citadel immediately after the Civil War but was raised to its current location in Summerall Chapel in 1939, and it was placed in its current position by the institution. It has been used for over a century as a symbol of southern defiance and white supremacy; it was viewed as such by the perpetrator of the horrific shootings at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston on June 17 of last year. One of the victims of the Emanuel attack was a Citadel graduate, and six of its employees lost family members in that attack. “Following those tragic, racially motivated shootings, I joined Governor Nikki Haley; Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott; Representatives Mark Sanford, Mick Mulvaney, Joe Wilson, and Tom Rice; and a host of other elected officials and citizens in calling for the removal of the Confederate battle flag from the grounds of the South Carolina State House. The Board of Visitors of The Citadel joined us, voting 9-3 on June 23, 2015 to remove the Confederate battle flag from Summerall Chapel. “But while the South Carolina General Assembly voted to remove the Confe… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:49:20Z
http://clyburn.house.gov/press-release/clyburn-host-congressional-civil-rights-pilgrimage-south-carolina-march-18-20 Clyburn to Host Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina March 18-20 2016-02-18 2016 2016-02 Democrat House SC James Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 18, 2016 CONTACT: Patrick Devlin, 202-226-3210 CLYBURN TO HOST CONGRESSIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS PILGRIMAGE TO SOUTH CAROLINA MARCH 18-20 WASHINGTON U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC), along with Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Representative John Lewis (D-GA), will host a Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina on March 18-20, 2016. The Faith and Politics Institute, which is leading the pilgrimage, released the following statement today: Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina March 18-20 Delegation to Explore Civil Rights History in Journey Toward Reconciliation with Stops in Columbia, Orangeburg and Charleston WASHINGTON The Faith and Politics Institute will lead a bipartisan Congressional Civil RightsPilgrimage to South Carolinaon March 18-20, 2016. A delegation of up to three dozen members of Congresswill take part in a journey that explores the unique role of faith and the civil rights history of South Carolina. The pilgrimage will make stops in Columbia, Orangeburg and Charleston and listen to the stories of civil rights luminaries, religious leaders and historians. U.S. House of Representatives Assistant Democratic Leader Jim Clyburn (D-SC) and U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) along with Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and civil rights movement icon U.S. Representative John Lewis (D-GA) will co-host the pilgrimage the weekend of March 18-20, 2016. Participants will learn about South Carolina civil rights pioneers such as Septima Clark and about the 400-year old Gullah Geechee cultural heritage.The delegation is scheduled to visit such historic sites as Zion and Brookland Baptist Churches and that of the Orangeburg massacre where three students were killed on February 8, 1968 while demonstrating against segregation. Participants will also discuss the impact of the 2015 Charleston killing, and the reactions of the victims family members on the community, South Carolina and nation. The pilgrimage culminate… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-to-host-congressional-civil-rights-pilgrimage-to-south-carolina-march-18-20/ Clyburn to Host Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina March 18-20 2016-02-18 2016 2016-02 Democrat House SC James E. Clyburn C000537 clyburn.house.gov clyburn https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/ scraper FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 18, 2016 CONTACT: Patrick Devlin, 202-226-3210 CLYBURN TO HOST CONGRESSIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS PILGRIMAGE TO SOUTH CAROLINA MARCH 18-20 WASHINGTON – U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC), along with Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Representative John Lewis (D-GA), will host a Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina on March 18-20, 2016. The Faith and Politics Institute, which is leading the pilgrimage, released the following statement today: Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina March 18-20 Delegation to Explore Civil Rights History in Journey Toward Reconciliation with Stops in Columbia, Orangeburg and Charleston WASHINGTON – The Faith and Politics Institute will lead a bipartisan Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to South Carolina on March 18-20, 2016. A delegation of up to three dozen members of Congress will take part in a journey that explores the unique role of faith and the civil rights history of South Carolina. The pilgrimage will make stops in Columbia, Orangeburg and Charleston and listen to the stories of civil rights luminaries, religious leaders and historians. U.S. House of Representatives Assistant Democratic Leader Jim Clyburn (D-SC) and U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) along with Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and civil rights movement icon U.S. Representative John Lewis (D-GA) will co-host the pilgrimage the weekend of March 18-20, 2016. Participants will learn about South Carolina civil rights pioneers such as Septima Clark and about the 400-year old Gullah Geechee cultural heritage. The delegation is scheduled to visit such historic sites as Zion and Brookland Baptist Churches and that of the Orangeburg massacre where three students were killed on February 8, 1968 while demonstrating against segregation. Participants will also discuss the impact of the 2015 Charleston killing, and the reactions of the victims’ family members on the community, South Carolina and nation. The pilgrimage c… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T20:44:24Z

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