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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH AND HONORING JUDY MOUNT
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HON. STEPHANIE N. MURPHY
of florida
in the house of representatives
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Mrs. MURPHY of Florida. Madam Speaker, as part of our national celebration of Black History Month, I am paying tribute to African-
American leaders from Florida who have made outstanding contributions to our community and our country. These accomplished men and women have not always received the recognition they have earned.
Today I rise to honor Judy Mount. Judy, a longtime resident of Jackson County, made history in 1995 when she became the first African-
American woman elected official in the county and served as president of the Malone City Council. She continues to serve as Chairperson of the Jackson County Democratic Executive Committee.
Judy has faithfully and effectively served the Democratic Office in the Florida House of Representatives for 18 years. She is a member of the Democratic National Committee and has been a leader within the Florida Democratic Party in many different capacities.
In a series of firsts, Judy was the first African-American to be elected Vice-Chair of the Florida Democratic Party and, in 2017, she became the first African-American elected as the interim Chair of the Florida Democratic Party.
Throughout her life, Judy has worked tirelessly to make Florida--and our country--better, stronger, and more just. She is the epitome of civic engagement and public service.
I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and celebrating Judy Mount.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 36
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