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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida,
I rise today to recognize and honor Mr. Johnnie L. Williams, Jr., one of Miami's first Black business owners. I include in the Record the following proclamation in his honor:
Whereas, Mr. Johnnie L. Williams, Jr., served Miami-Dade
County with integrity and commitment to protecting and
serving its citizens for over 40 years;
Whereas, Mr. Williams was bound by his beliefs in equality,
fairness and justice for African Americans, employees of
Miami-Dade County, students and families. He generously gave
and supported various charitable organizations, including
little league teams in Opa locka, Miami Gardens and Liberty
City;
Whereas, Mr. Williams worked tirelessly to “balance the
scales of justice.” and ensure the safety of our youth;
Whereas, Mr. Williams was one of the first Black business
owners in Miami-Dade County, running an NFL Skycap and
Porters business;
Whereas, Mr. Williams was a member and advocate of the
Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce and served as the President of
the Orange Ridge Corporation;
Whereas, Mr. Williams served in the United States Navy, and
is a veteran of World War II; and
Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson,
a member of the United States House of Representatives,
representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida,
honor the life and accomplishments of Mr. Johnnie L.
Williams, Jr.