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RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY

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On 2026-01-20, Representative Robert B. Aderholt (R-AL-4) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered defense.

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RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E57] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY _____ HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT of alabama in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, this month, our friend and partner, the Republic of Azerbaijan marks the 36th anniversary of ``Black January.'' This period symbolizes the beginning of the end of Soviet rule over Azerbaijan, an occupation that lasted for much of the 20th Century. This was a time of oppression and horror. But uncowed by the evil of communism, the people of Azerbaijan yearned for freedom. On January 19, 1990, violence erupted in Azerbaijan's capital city of Baku where Soviet troops killed over 100 Azeri demonstrators and wounded another 700. Undeterred, the people of Azerbaijan continued their peaceful protests until declaring independence from the U.S.S.R. on October 18, 1991. Now, 36 years on from this tragedy, Azerbaijan can celebrate this as the first year of sustained peace since gaining its independence. With the assistance of the American President, the end of the Armenia- Azerbaijan conflict promises to be a turning point for the region. I ask my colleagues to join me in commemorating the events of Black January in Azerbaijan and honoring those who lost their lives in pursuit of freedom. Further, please join me in thanking President Donald J. Trump for his work to secure peace and prosperity with our friend and partner. The United States continues to stand with the people of Azerbaijan and their right to live free. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E57] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 36TH ANNIVERSARY OF BLACK JANUARY _____ HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT of alabama in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, this month, our friend and partner, the Republic of Azerbaijan marks the 36th anniversary of ``Black January.'' This period symbolizes the beginning of the end of Soviet rule over Azerbaijan, an occupation that lasted for much of the 20th Century. This was a time of oppression and horror. But uncowed by the evil of communism, the people of Azerbaijan yearned for freedom. On January 19, 1990, violence erupted in Azerbaijan's capital city of Baku where Soviet troops killed over 100 Azeri demonstrators and wounded another 700. Undeterred, the people of Azerbaijan continued their peaceful protests until declaring independence from the U.S.S.R. on October 18, 1991. Now, 36 years on from this tragedy, Azerbaijan can celebrate this as the first year of sustained peace since gaining its independence. With the assistance of the American President, the end of the Armenia- Azerbaijan conflict promises to be a turning point for the region. I ask my colleagues to join me in commemorating the events of Black January in Azerbaijan and honoring those who lost their lives in pursuit of freedom. Further, please join me in thanking President Donald J. Trump for his work to secure peace and prosperity with our friend and partner. The United States continues to stand with the people of Azerbaijan and their right to live free. ____________________