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The federal media advertising campaign focused on COVID-19 public education and awareness at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is only one example.
Hank Johnson, a Representative from Georgia's 4th District, is calling attention to the disproportionate amount of advertising dollars the federal government has spent with Black-owned media and advertising firms.
It could be the start of a new era of development in DeKalb County, if it happens. But that's a big if.
GDOT, it seems, has other priorities.
Rep. Hank Johnson Leads Letter With Reps. Holmes Norton, Barbara Lee and Val Demings to Administration To Address: Major Failings of Federal Departments & Agencies to Do Business With Black-owned Media & Advertising Firms.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) today re-introduced the Minorities in Aviation Education Act, H.R. 6841, which would create a grant program aimed at improving the preparation and representation of minorities in aviation-related fields.
The new grant program, administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will be named for Bessie Coleman, an American aviator and the first black woman to earn a pilot's license.
STONECREST, GA – On Wednesday, Feb. 23, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is hosting his 2022 Black History (BHM) Program entitled: "Blacks in Aviation: Past and Present."
The program will honor the history of black pioneers for their courage and perseverance that paved the way for later generations to pursue careers in aviation. It will also explore how young aviators are making it in the world of aviation today – to share their stories and expose young people in the audience to careers aviation.
DECATUR, GA — On Tuesday, Feb. 22, 6 p.m., Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is hosting his annual "Unsung Heroes Awards" program to honor everyday citizens and community leaders who go above and beyond to make their communities better places to live, work and play — and lead with integrity. Congressman Johnson will honor 27 people for improving the lives of residents in Georgia's Fourth Congressional District and moving DeKalb, Rockdale, Newton, and Gwinnett counties forward in 2021.
DECATUR, GA — On Tuesday, Feb. 22, 6 p.m., Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is hosting his annual "Unsung Heroes Awards" program to honor everyday citizens and community leaders who go above and beyond to make their communities better places to live, work and play — and lead with integrity. Congressman Johnson will honor 27 people for improving the lives of residents in Georgia's Fourth Congressional District and moving DeKalb, Rockdale, Newton, and Gwinnett counties forward in 2021.