Black History Month: Oklahoma's First Black Congressman J.C. Watts

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Friday, February 19th 2021, 9:32 am

By: News 9

On Friday, during our series covering Black History makers of Oklahoma, we spoke with former Representative J.C. Watts.

He's a University of Oklahoma football legend, a true statesman, and a congressman.

Congressman Watts spoke with News 9 about his most prestigious title and what led him into public service.

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