African Americans
Thousands in Harlem rally against gun violence
March 27, 2013People at the rally. like most New Yorkers, seemed to agree that good jobs and good quality education for all are necessary steps to ending gun violence on the streets.
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Chicago parents organize to keep schools open
March 13, 2013Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Board of Education have closed or taken over dozens of schools every year, targeting African American and Latino neighborhoods.
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Enthusiastic celebration pushes forward for jobs and freedom
March 6, 2013"Multiracial alliances will continue to struggle for freedom, justice, and equality, and the lessons of past struggles will act as guidance."
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The vision of Rosa Parks
March 1, 2013Rosa Parks' vision for freedom and peace continues to inspire our nation and the ongoing movement for social justice in the 100th year of her birth.
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Black History Month celebration honors community leaders
March 1, 2013It was a night to celebrate, to recount history, to look to struggles yet to come. A night to dream, to dance, to sing songs, and hear poetry.
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