Rep. Upchurch, Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Hold Juneteenth Press Conference on Black Liberation, Legislation Action

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Terrence Upchurch (D-Cleveland) alongside fellow members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) today held a press conference honoring Juneteenth and reminding Ohio Black history is American History. 

“Although we are proud of the progress we have made, that does not negate the fact that there are still several challenges Black Ohioans face. People are still struggling with finding adequate housing, healthy foods, good paying jobs, satisfactory education, fair treatment in the justice system and more,” said Rep. Upchurch, president of OLBC.

Even as the OLBC and Ohio House Democratic Caucus celebrated the end of slavery in the United States, far too many Ohioans remain shackled by unjust policies that keep family’s poor, children sick, and communities unsafe. From redlining and food deserts to mass incarceration and voter suppression, the fight for true freedom and justice is far from over.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A picture of Rep. Upchurch at Wednesday's press conference is attached to this release. Courtesy: Ohio House Democratic Caucus