Republican Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida blasted Dr. Rachel Levine, Asst. Secretary for Health, following a Black History Month video bulletin posted on climate change’s effects on the Black community.
“I’m Admiral. Rachel Levine, this Black History Month, I’m pleased to partner with OMH in advancing better health through better understanding for black communities,” said Levine.
“Climate change is having a disproportionate effect on the physical and mental health of black communities. Black Americans are more likely than white Americans to live in areas in housing that increase their susceptibility to climate-related health issues,” continued Levine.
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“65 percent of Black Americans report feeling anxious about climate change impact. Through our Office of Climate Change and Health Equity and the Office of Environmental Justice, we’re working with providers and Community leaders to identify innovative approaches that Empower communities to address health consequences linked to climate change,” said Levine.
Donalds says the HHS has it all wrong, blasting the video message, calling it “out of touch” and pointing out the “real” issues facing Black Americans.
“This could not be more OUT OF TOUCH. Failed Democrat policy has caused record inflation, prioritized illegals over AMERICANS, made our streets less safe, worsened the opioid crisis, and reduced access to capital. These are the REAL issues. Let’s start there,” said Donalds on X.
Every February, Black History Month commemorates the achievements of Black and African Americans. It is an opportunity to recognize the numerous ways in which Black history, culture, leadership, and innovation have influenced all aspects of American society.
This year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of Minority Health (OMH) are commemorating Black History Month by recognizing the role Black and African Americans have historically played in improving the health and well-being of all Americans, as well as highlighting health equity-promoting policies, programs, and practices aimed at addressing the health disparities that affect this demographic.
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