; Whereas, on October 21, 1998, the Senate passed H. Con. Res. 254 (105th) by unanimous consent; Whereas, on September 29, 1998, the then-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus stated that she inadvertently voted yes, and actually opposed H. Con. Res. 254 (105th) because she believed that Chesimard and other members of the Black Liberation Movement were targeted for prosecution based on their political beliefs, despite the fact that Chesimard was convicted on 8 counts, including first-degree murder; and Whereas people and groups in positions of power, have celebrated Chesimard’s life, referred to Chesimard as an individual to be honored, and treated her as a role model that children should emulate: Now, therefore, be it