Transforming Conditions for Poor Minorities
As part of an initiative to revitalize America’s “dark ghettos,” participants spoke about investment in urban programs, prison reform, drug policy, ending U.S. military commitment to Iraq, a…
171 viewsAs part of an initiative to revitalize America’s “dark ghettos,” participants spoke about investment in urban programs, prison reform, drug policy, ending U.S. military commitment to Iraq, a…
171 viewsLeaders from the black community spoke about developing a new agenda for minority rights, fostering community leadership, and tools for political action. Among the topics they addressed were…
321 viewsThe Millions More Movement commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Million Man March on the National Mall with speeches and performances highlighting the theme of reparation, repair, rebuil…
3,021 viewsIslamic leaders and religious scholars announced a national campaign to oppose the use of violence and terrorism in promoting Muslim causes and values, as well as promote security and more s…
221 viewsMembers of Congress with other guest spoke in support of an amendment to the Constitution that would prohibit states from legalizing same-sex marriage.
336 viewsParticipants from the Alliance for Marriage spoke to reporters about a proposed Constitutional amendment to define marriage as a union between a man and woman. Following their remarks they a…
288 viewsParticipants talked about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement at a ceremony to unveil and dedicate a plaque commemorating the 1963 March on Washington and…
591 viewsThe panelists talked about the socio-economic impact of a war with Iraq on African Americans. Following prepared remarks, they responded to questions from the audience.
119 viewsWitnesses testified about proposed changes in tax law to allow more latitude for religious and charitable organizations to lobby for various programs.
154 viewsPanel discussion hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation about election reform. Participants include Reps. Richard Gephardt (D-Missouri) and Charles Rangel (D-New York) as well a…
110 viewsAfrican-American activists gathered to deliver speeches protesting election results. They talked about the popular vote, voter disenfranchisement, and judicial indifference to their causes. …
386 viewsFollowing a press conference proposing a voters' bill of rights, participants talked about reforming ballots, voter participation, disenfranchisement during the 2000 elections, and future ra…
160 viewsDuring a simulcast of the Madison and Company radio talk show, guests and callers talked about the undecided presidential election.
175 viewsThousands gathered on the national mall to renew their commitment to family solidarity and to advocate a number of causes. In a lengthy speech Mr. Farrakhan spoke about a variety of issues i…
3,325 viewsThe Alliance released the results of its poll on marriage and the family, which found that a large majority of Americans agree that the health of marriage and families should be the primary …
163 viewsThe Redeem the Dream March on Washington Against Police Brutality was held on the anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington. Participants addressed a variety of topics including racial pro…
2,427 viewsBlack leaders rallied their followers for the upcoming march to the Lincoln Memorial. They noted parallels between the 1960's and the current climate in regard to police brutality, racial pr…
141 viewsParticipants discussed many issues associated with race and gender, including rap music, religion, education, and ways in which black women can affect politics. They stressed that the Africa…
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