Books, Brotherhood and Business: Gov. Albert Bryan, Jr.

THE GALLERY

T he Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) meetings in D.C. were non-stop. They began with signing an MOU with the John Hope Bryant organization to help our small businesses get started. It continued with my last meeting as Chair of the NPHC Council of Presidents, a panel discussion on Capitol Hill on racial equity and a joint NPHC evening reception. Other events included a breakfast with March of Dimes partners, execution of an MOU with the American Red Cross, the CBCF Prayer Breakfast and Phoenix Awards dinner that featured Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden. And I cannot omit the amazing Friday night Nupe Party that was the talk of the town. Thank you brothers Britton Smith, Richard Mattox and Rawle Andrews for facilitating the itinerary and ensuring we were at the right place at the right time. It was one of the most impactful and productive CBCF meetings I’ve attended. Thank you Brother Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley (78 th Laurel Wreath Laureate) for hosting the D9 Presidents at Sunday Ser- vice immediately following the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation meetings. As always, Brother Pastor raised the roof and inspired all who were in the house of God. In partnership with the National Council of Negro Women and the Good Health Wins initiative, Kappa conducted a panel discussion on the importance of getting vaccinated and voting. The discussion was held during the CBCF week in Washington D.C .”

—Reuben A. Shelton III, Esq. Grand Polemarch

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