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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Thomas Garrett was and should be recognized as a national abolitionist leader and activist in the struggle against slavery in the United States.
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This House Resolution recognizes Thomas Garrett as a significant national leader in the fight against slavery. It highlights his lifelong dedication to abolitionism, including his work on the Underground Railroad and his efforts to help enslaved people escape to freedom. The resolution emphasizes an unjust conviction and calls for recognition of his contributions to the cause of emancipation. It urges the President to honor Garrett’s service to the United States.
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Lisa [D-DE-At Large] Blunt Rochester
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