A. Donald McEachin tweeted the following:
"Read my full statement below. bit.ly/3sVvdbR"Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from A. Donald McEachin:
"For far too long, the heroism of Black servicemembers has been inadequately celebrated. Not only does this recommendation celebrate Lt. Gen. Gregg & Lt. Col. Adams, but it pays homage to the incredible bravery men and women of color have shown serving our nation for generations."Read on Twitter
"Since Fort Lee was shortlisted as one of the first military bases to be renamed, I advocated for it to be rededicated in honor of Lt. Gen. Gregg. He embodies the ideals of our nations Armed Forces & demonstrated an unrelenting commitment to our country."Read on Twitter
"After receiving more than 34,000 submissions, the U.S. Naming Commission has announced its recommendation to rename Fort Lee in my district as Fort Gregg-Adams, honoring the heroism of Lt. Gen. Arthur J. Gregg & Lt. Col. Charity Adams."Read on Twitter