The Senate Resolution recognizes February 25, 2026, as the 200th anniversary of the birth of Alexander Clark, a prominent figure in Iowa's history and a champion for human rights. Born in Pennsylvania and settling in Muscatine, Iowa, in 1842, Clark rose from humble beginnings as a barber to become a significant advocate for justice and equality. He played a crucial role in various social movements, including efforts to repeal discriminatory laws, serving as a recruiter for African American troops during the Civil War, and challenging racial exclusion in education through a landmark Supreme Court case that integrated Iowa's public schools.

Clark's contributions extended beyond legal battles; he was a leader in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, helped amend the Iowa Constitution to secure voting rights for Black men, and became a respected figure in the Prince Hall Masons. His legacy includes his role as the United States Minister to Liberia and his influence as a publisher. The resolution honors Clark's enduring impact on the pursuit of human freedom and equality, with the Alexander Clark House in Muscatine serving as a historic landmark of his life's work.