Politics & Government

Commissioner Shapiro: 'Every Voice Must Be Heard'

Montgomey County Commissioner Josh Shapiro spoke to the crowd at Norristown's Black History Celebration on Saturday about the importance of equality.

Iron Age Theatre posted this clip of Montgomery County Commissioner Josh Shapiro speaking to the audience at Norristown's Black History Celebration at Norristown Municipal Hall on Saturday.

Shapiro spoke briefly about the hard work and dedication of many of the local officials in attendence and stressed the board of commissioners' dedication to being open and inclusive with all of its constituents.

"We understand that in Montgomery County and right here in the borough of Norristown, that every voice must be heard and every voice must be listened to equally," Shapiro said. "Our administration must reflect every part of Montgomery County."

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Hear more of Shapiro's remarks in the video above.


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