President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the creation of the National Garden of American Heroes, which will pay tribute to generations of black legends like Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Jackie Robinson, and others.
“Today we pay tribute to the generations of black legends, champions, warriors, and patriots who help drive our country forward to greatness,” Trump said during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House to celebrate Black History Month. “And you really are great, great, people.”
“Americans are going to be celebrating something very important coming up — our 250th anniversary, our nation’s founding, and when we do, we’re going to look forward to honoring the contributions of countless black Americans who fought to win and protect and expand American freedom,” he added. “From the very, very…
