Black History Is American History

Every February, you'll see many people standing in solidarity as we celebrate Black History Month. But should values like equality, diversity and justice only matter in February? For too many people, as soon as those 28 days pass, the catchy slogans they reposted all month are forgotten just as fast.

I want to urge everyone to stand up for these ideals 365 days a year, not just the 28 when it's most convenient. You may say, "What can I do? I'm not in a position of power to make real change."

"In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Never underestimate the power of speaking up. You never know what change you can create. Join A-MAX as we highlight African Americans who changed the world through their contributions all month long.

A-MAX will keep doing its part to be the change we want to see.