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Washington, DC -- Congressman David Davis spoke today from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in favor of H.J. Res. 58, honoring of ‘Country Music Month’ and to honor country music for its long history of supporting America’s armed forces and its tremendous impact on national patriotism.
“Country music is a blend of popular musical forms originally found in the Southern region of the United States,” Congressman David Davis said. “I am proud to represent the ‘Birthplace of Country Music,’ which is located in Bristol, Tennessee. Country music has roots in traditional folk music, Celtic music, blues, gospel music, and old-time music and evolved rapidly in the 1920’s. I am very proud that the BCMA is preserving our music heritage for generations to come.
“Country music is a story of family, faith, freedom, pride and patriotism. It embodies the American spirit and has played an integral part in encouraging Americans to support our armed forces. These songs invoke feelings of determination, liberty and responsibility – all of which this great country was founded upon.
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