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Congressman Troy Carter addresses social issues and community development

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U.S. Rep. Troy Carter Louisiana's 2nd Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot

U.S. Rep. Troy Carter Louisiana's 2nd Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot

Congressman Troy A. Carter, representing Louisiana’s 2nd district, shared his thoughts on social issues and community development through a series of tweets on November 22, 2024.

In a tweet posted at 14:37 UTC, Congressman Carter reflected on the tragic death of Tamir Rice. He stated, "Today marks 10 years since 12-year-old Tamir Rice was tragically killed by a police officer while playing with a toy gun. A decade later, the Black community continues to grapple with the fear and trauma of police brutality, racial profiling, and discrimination. Let’s honor Tamir…"

Later that day at 19:07 UTC, he highlighted ongoing efforts to revitalize Lincoln Beach in New Orleans. Congressman Carter tweeted, "#LincolnBeach is an integral part of our community’s history, and I’m proud to have secured millions of federal dollars to revitalize it. As redevelopment continues, @CityOfNOLA wants your input. Take the latest survey at https://t.co/KSXKDAnUdn to make your voice heard!"

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