MIAMI – Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the 50th anniversary of the historic Selma to Montgomery march that took place on March 7, 1965."The historic march from Selma to Montgomery was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement that led to the passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act that same year. The peaceful walk that resulted in… Read more »
Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will join President Barack Obama on Air Force One to travel roundtrip to Miami on Wednesday, February 25, for the President's town hall meeting on immigration at Florida International University's (FIU) main campus at 3:00 p.m. "As the representative for one of the most diverse and immigrant rich Congressional districts in the country,… Read more »
Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), issued the following statement on the passing of community leader and civil rights activist, Mrs. Georgia Jones-Ayers:"My heart is heavy today. A strong, passionate voice in our community has been silenced. The disenfranchised found a voice through Georgia Jones-Ayers. She dared to make a difference and didn't care who objected to or… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) has been appointed by her colleagues as the Ranking Member on the Committee on Education and Workforce's Subcommittee on Workforce Protections for the 114th Congress.Congresswoman Wilson will also continue to serve on the Committee on Education and Workforce's Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions. … Read more »
Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), in conjunction with Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, will lead more than one hundred volunteers in putting on a fresh coat of paint at the Belafonte TACOLCY Center, and beautifying its grounds. Urban Paradise Guild is spearheading a full scale planting of indigenous trees and plants, and the… Read more »
Miami, FL — Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) introduced a resolution honoring the life of Trayvon Martin, urging the repeal of Stand Your Ground laws, and calling on the United States government to address the racial profiling crisis. Congresswoman Wilson released the following statement:"Today, Trayvon Martin would have celebrated his 20th birthday."On February 26,… Read more »
MIAMI – Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month:"As we recognize and honor the accomplishments of the African-American community and celebrate its rich history during Black History Month, let us also reflect on the long road and hard fought battles to obtain racial equality."This year marks the 50th… Read more »
Miami, FL — Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23), and Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) will participate in a local swearing-in ceremony at 9:00 a.m., Friday, January 23, 2015. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Federal Courthouse located at 299 East Broward Boulevard, 4th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Family,… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in response to President Obama's 2015 State of the Union address: "Tonight, President Obama delivered an inspiring plan that puts the foundation of this country first – working families. At this critical time, with an improving economy and increased job growth, the stage is set for real change for our nation.… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Announces PortMiami Director and CEO Juan M. Kuryla as Her Official Guest for the State of the Union AddressToday, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, (FL-24) announced that PortMiami Director and CEO, Juan M. Kuryla will be her official guest for this evening's State of the Union address by President Obama. "It is a privilege to be joined by PortMiami… Read more »
