September 17 is both Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. It’s usually overlooked, but it’s what we are all about. Before going ashore near present-day Salem, Mass., in 1630, John Winthrop gave a sermon urging his followers to always conduct themselves as if the entire world were watching their “city on a hill.” Ever since then, America and Americans have been a work in progress. 1,180 more words
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Voting is a Right NOT a Privilege ~~ The Struggle continues
Time to pass the VRA … update redistricting rules and make it easier for ALL Americans to VOTE
Dear @ChiefJusticeRoberts
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. 447 more words
21st Century youth presents prelude music at Unity Breakfast
21st Century Youth Leadership Movement (21C) participated in the annual Bridge Crossing Commemoration and Jubilee held March 4-6, 2016 in Selma, AL. 21 C Chapters represented included Greene County, two chapters in Wilcox County, Macon County, Tallapoosa County, Lee County, Dallas County and New Orleans Chapter. 122 more words
51st anniversary of ‘Bloody Sunday March’ draws thousands to Selma
“This is not only a celebration and commemoration of the past but a continuation of the movement and a statement of the struggle for racial, social, political and economic justice that still face us,” said Faya Rose Toure on Sunday at the pre-march rally on the steps of Browns Chapel Church in Selma, Alabama. 644 more words
History ... American History
First March from Selma
When You Pray,
Move Your Feet.
— African Proverb.
“When You Pray, Move Your Feet,”
Charles White(?), photographer, Selma, Alabama, March 7, 1965. 2,062 more words
Movie Monday: Selma
Ava DuVernay! You did great work with this movie. The first 10-minutes captivated me. You see a well-dressed Martin uncomfortably receiving a Nobel Peace Prize award, but what comes next sets the tone for the whole movie. 292 more words
I'm Thankful!
Good morning everyone! I am thankful to be alive, in my right state of mind, and have my health and strength. I am also thankful for my family. 53 more words
