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The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, founded in 1968, stands
for the progression of the African-American community by promoting
education, health and welfare, minority business enterprise, job
creation, consumer education and criminal justice reform.
As chairman of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, it is a great
honor to serve within an organization dedicated to improving the
quality of life for African-Americans. I will diligently work in a unified
effort with our membership to continue fostering economic growth
within the black community by ensuring statewide inclusion and
diversity.
The ILBC will continue working with business leaders and
community stakeholders to find ways to spark job creation in
a growing economy. Preparation is the true path toward future
employment opportunities. To illuminate that path, the ILBC will
continue to work aggressively to ensure our children have access
to a world class education. While future generations are preparing
themselves to lead us to a better, brighter future, the ILBC will protect
them by ushering in legislation to preserve their rights.
I will work to expand on our collective leadership as we continue to
effect real, positive change. We are committed to doing this within the
budget process to protect programs that shape and improve African-
American life. The ILBC will use our voice and
position within the Statehouse and within
districts across Illinois to represent the
interests of Illinois citizens.
In the Spirit,
Senator Kimberly A. Lightford
Assistant Majority Leader
ILBC Chairman
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