THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE
CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS
CONSCIENCE OF THE CONGRESS
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The Conscience of the Congress
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SYNOPSIS
At a time when American democracy is deeply divided and Americans are searching for moral clarity and strategic direction, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) stands as both a legacy of leadership and a blueprint for the future. Representing over 82 million Americans, these 62 lawmakers form a powerful collective force for justice, equity, and progress.
This film tells the untold story of the CBC — revealing its influence as the conscience of Congress and a vital force in shaping the future of America.
The Conscience of the Congress is not about a single candidate or party —
It is about Dignity, Grace, Compassion, Faith, and Love of People over Politics.
THEIR VOICES
“The Congressional Black Caucus has always had a vision for the future of our nation…”
Kamala Harris
"If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair".
Shirley Chisholm
“Black people have no permanent friends, no permanent enemies…just permanent interests.”
William L. Clay, Sr.
“Even though we think first of those we were directly elected to serve, we cannot, in good conscience, think only of them—for what affects one black community, one poor community, one urban community, affects all."
CBC to Nixon (1971)
"Ours is not the struggle of one day, one week, or one year. Ours is not the struggle of one judicial appointment or presidential term. Ours is the struggle of a lifetime, or maybe even many lifetimes, and each one of us in every generation must do our part."
John Lewis
“On the challenges of our times…on the threats of our time…members of the CBC have been leaders moving America forward,”
Barack Obama