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Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) have joined U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee, House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, and members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus in Flint, Michigan today for a ‘Speak Out’ event to hear directly from families affected by the city’s ongoing water crisis.

Members spent the day in Flint touring the city, speaking with residents, and meeting with officials to gain a better understanding of the effects of lead exposure and the federal response to the water crisis.  Members have gained a further understanding of the infrastructure obstacles that have caused challenges for local families and businesses.

“The CBC is in Flint today because the crisis in this city cries out for federal intervention and state accountability.  A dozen members of the CBC are here representing or 46 member caucus.  But we are here, not just in our capacity as members of the CBC, but we are here along with the CPC and other fair-minded Democrats who have already begun to fight this fight.  We feel an obligation to legislate a remedy for every family and every individual in this city who has been damaged by the reckless behavior of public officials.  We want you to know that you have our attention and we will continue the process of making Flint whole,” said Chairman G. K. Butterfield.

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Since its establishment in 1971, Members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) have joined together to empower America’s neglected citizens and address their legislative concerns.  For more than 40 years, the CBC has consistently been the voice for people of color and vulnerable communities in Congress and has been committed to utilizing the full Constitutional power and statutory authority of the United States government to ensure that all U.S. citizens have an opportunity to achieve the American Dream.  To learn more about the Congressional Black Caucus, visit http://cbc-butterfield.house.gov.

Media inquiries: Tyler Clifford at (202) 226-9776 or Tyler.Clifford@mail.house.gov