Civil Rights Movement

Faith of A Mustard Seed       

Explore a personal reflection on the origins of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, the 1963 March on Washington, and the enduring impact of civil rights

MLK’s Voice Rings Loud as Trump Tries to Erase Black History

The article reflects on Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring legacy, criticizing ongoing racial and social injustices while opposing attempts to distort history and suppress civil

60 years ago, brutality of Bloody Sunday struck American conscience ‘like psychological lightning’

The 1965 Selma Voting Rights Campaign, its historical impact, the passage of the Voting Rights Act and current, such as the John R. Lewis Voting

Gerald R. Ford’s message on the observance of Black History Week in 1975

In 1975, President Gerald Ford issued a message recognizing Black History Week, later expanding it to Black History Month in 1976, emphasizing the importance of

Celebrating the Life of Vencen Horsley 

Vencen Horsley, a dedicated civil rights advocate and community leader from Hermitage, Tennessee, passed away on December 11, 2024. Known for his activism and commitment

Kamala Harris’ Chicago Convention and Illinois’ unique place in civil rights history

Last week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago highlighted Illinois' pivotal role in the civil rights movement, from the 1908 Springfield Race Riot to Kamala Harris’

Faith of A Mustard Seed

A study group aims to delve into the significance of the March on Washington, fostering active discussions and research on its influence on African American

Reflecting on the deaths of three ‘giants’

Rev. James Lawson was one of the foremost proponents of nonviolence, pivotal in the civil rights and labor movements.