Trump proclaims June National Caribbean-American Heritage Month

WASHINGTON, CMC – United States President Donald Trump has proclaimed June as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, saying Washington honours its “long-shared history with our neighbours in the Caribbean and celebrate the Caribbean Americans who have enriched our nation”.

In a White House proclamation, Trump said “Caribbean Americans embody the American spirit, with their talents and hard work contributing greatly to America’s economy,".

“They protect our citizens as law enforcement officers, serve our communities as public officials, and mentor our country’s young people as educators,".

“Through their tremendous athleticism and determination, they have brought pride to the hearts of the American people as members of numerous US Olympic teams. Their leadership and resolve have made incredible contributions to our society,” he added.

As trailblazers, Trump said Americans with Caribbean roots have “sewn their own unique thread into the fabric of our nation,” noting that Dr. William Thornton, a native of the British Virgin Islands, designed the United States Capitol and is generally considered the first “Architect of the Capitol”.

“This month, we acknowledge the numerous contributions of Caribbean Americans to our nation, including those of the more than 4 million Caribbean Americans who live in the United States today,” Trump said.

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