OKLAHOMA CITY – “Today, I must respond to the recent statement made by my fellow legislator regarding the Tulsa Race Massacre. It is vital to correct the narrative and acknowledge the racial underpinnings of this tragic event. Rewriting history for your comfort is not just misguided, it's dangerous,” Rep. Lowe said.

“History is not about feelings, it's about facts. The Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921 was an appalling act of racial violence, where the thriving Black community in the Greenwood District, known as "Black Wall Street," was devastated by a white mob. Denying its racial motivation ignores the painful truth and undermines the enduring impact on the Black community,” he added.

“There are still living survivors, and to pretend we don't know when they have told us repeatedly is willful ignorance. As a legislator and an advocate for justice, I stand by the importance of accurately telling history. Banning books, historic teachings, and such discussions only hinders our progress toward a more inclusive and equitable society. Let us face our history honestly, trust teachers to teach without political shackles, and work together to dismantle racial inequalities. Only through acknowledgement and understanding, can we build a brighter future and build an Oklahoma that doesn't have legislators confused about what happened in our state's history," Rep. Lowe concluded.

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