Michigan's 7th district, which I'm proud to represent, has been home to many pioneering black men, women and organizations who have made significant contributions to every aspect of life in our state. The great state of Michigan stood tall as an anti-slavery state in the Civil War and played an important role in aiding freedom seekers on their path via the underground railroad. Today, Michigan is a hub of arts, culture, athletics and innovation thanks to the contributions of our diverse citizenry who call it home. (01:03–01:15)
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Asserts that Michigan was an anti-slavery state during the Civil War and aided freedom seekers via the underground railroad.
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