'I identify as an American': Black Republican lawmaker receives applause for calling out woke 'race-baiting' Democratic colleague during DEI debate - TheBlaze

'I identify as an American': Black Republican lawmaker receives applause for calling out woke 'race-baiting' Democratic colleague during DEI debate - TheBlaze: 

Missouri state Representative Justin Hicks, a black Republican, received a round of applause from lawmakers for identifying as an "American" during a heated debate on the state House floor in late March. The discussion over diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives turned tense when Democratic state Representative Marlene Terry attacked Hicks for supporting House Bill 6, which would prohibit state funds from being used for DEI-related initiatives.