John, thank you for that kind introduction. Your advocacy to ensure that the Freedman’s Bank legacy was not forgotten is on full display today and has inspired so many of our efforts. And good afternoon to all of you. My thanks for joining for the Biden Administration’s third Freedman’s Bank Forum. And thank you in particular to the HBCU students who are here with us today: It’s crucial that your voices help inform the conversations we’re having. We’ve accomplished a lot since the start of this Administration, and the Treasury Department is proud to have played a major role. Today is an opportunity to reflect on our ... (full story)