Million Woman March
African-American women gathered two years after the Million Man March in Philadelphia along Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Speakers talked… read more
African-American women gathered two years after the Million Man March in Philadelphia along Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Speakers talked about the important role of African-American women in their families and communities and on African-American issues such as health care and education. The afternoon portion begins with Jonetta Obadejele and ends with Dick Gregory and includes songs by Tabu and Sister Rukuiyah. The final portion includes Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) and Winnie Mandela. close
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- Brenda Burgess
- Benjamin Chavis Jr. Minister Nation of Islam
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Dick Gregory Activist
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- Martha Muhammad
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Jada Pinkett Actress
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Julia Wright Daughter
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