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President Joe Biden to Designate New National Monument ‌Honoring Emmett Till ⁣and Mamie Till-Mobley

President Joe Biden will make a ⁢historic move this week by designating a new national monument to honor Emmett Till and his⁣ mother, Mamie ⁢Till-Mobley. ⁣This ⁤announcement comes at a crucial time as the president’s approval ratings‍ among black voters have been slipping, a key demographic in the Biden coalition.

On Tuesday, which marks the⁢ 82nd anniversary of Till’s birth, President Biden will sign an order⁢ to establish the new‌ memorial across⁢ three sites in Illinois and Mississippi. One of ⁣the ‍sites​ will be the Roberts Temple Church of God ⁤in Christ ‌in Chicago, where Till’s funeral service was⁣ held in September 1955. Another site will be located at Graball Landing in Mississippi, the place where⁢ Till’s body was discovered. The third memorial will be designated at the ⁣Tallahatchie County Second District⁤ Courthouse, where Till’s killers ‌were acquitted.

A‍ Symbol of Courage ⁤and Activism

White ‌House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized‍ the significance ​of the new monument during a press briefing, stating, “The new monument will ⁣protect places that tell the story of Emmett⁤ Till’s too-short life⁤ and racially motivated murder, the unjust acquittal ⁣of ‌his murderers, and the activism ‌of his⁢ mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, who courageously brought the world’s attention to the brutal ⁢injustices and⁢ racism of the time, catalyzing the civil rights movement.”

This designation reflects the ‌Biden-Harris administration’s commitment ‍to advancing civil rights and‍ preserving important historical sites that contribute to a ‍more comprehensive ⁢understanding of our ‍nation’s history.

Challenging Misinformation and Divisiveness

During the press‌ briefing, Jean-Pierre also‌ addressed the​ issue of misinformation and attempts to rewrite history. She called out Florida officials for promoting the ⁤false claim​ that enslaved people benefited from slavery,​ stating, “It’s inaccurate, insulting, it’s hurtful and prevents an honest account of our nation’s history. ⁢We will not stand for it.”

The Biden-Harris⁢ administration remains steadfast in opposing any actions that seek to divide ‌the country⁢ and undermine the progress⁣ made in addressing racial injustices.

Concerns ‌and Commitments

While President Biden ​has taken‍ significant steps to fulfill his campaign promises ⁣to the black community,‍ such⁢ as appointing black women to top⁢ administration posts and the Supreme Court, there are concerns among black​ voters regarding the impact of his agenda.

A recent poll showed ‍that only 34% of black Americans ‌believe that Biden’s policies have helped their community, with a majority stating that there has been no impact or even harm.​ Additionally, a significant percentage of black respondents ‌expressed uncertainty about supporting Biden for a second term.

It is important to note⁢ that the president’s approval⁢ ratings have also declined among other demographics,⁢ including white and Hispanic voters. However, the administration remains optimistic about the‍ economy and is‍ focused ⁢on its long-term vision for the country.

President Biden’s commitment to addressing racial injustices and speaking⁣ up for marginalized communities remains unwavering. The designation of ⁢the ⁢new national monument honoring Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley is a testament‌ to this⁢ dedication.