Congressman Al Green Attends White House Dinner on the Occasion of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

(Washington, DC)—On Tuesday, August 5, 2014, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) attended the Official White House Dinner on the Occasion of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. He brought as his guest local business and community leader George Nwanguma. Congressman Al Green joined President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, as well as other U.S. elected officials in welcoming nearly 50 African Heads of State and Government to Washington, DC for the first ever U.S.–Africa Leaders Summit.

“Africa is a large, diverse continent with fast growing economies and blossoming democracies. As a Member of Congress, I understand the importance of the role our nation plays internationally in the promotion of democracy and fostering of economic opportunities,” Congressman Al Green said.  “I applaud President Obama in extending a hand of friendship and maintaining a dialogue with so many of Africa’s leaders.”