Civil Rights
FEATURES
- Striving for the Dream: 1968-2008
Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream that one day the U.S. would live out its philosophy that all people are created equal. His life was cut short in 1968. At the time of his death, the country was in the midst of the Vietnam War. Violence continued to erupt, with riots in American cities, and Robert Kennedy's assassination.
Forty years later, racial divisions, violence and class struggles continue. Despite major gains in civil rights, many parts of Dr. King's dream have yet to be realized. Looking back at that time focuses our attention on today's challenges.
Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Still Separate and Unequal?
Fifty years after nine African American teenagers integrated Central High School in Little Rock, AR, the country continues to struggle with segregation and inequality in its schools and beyond.
Check out a sampling of opinions and join the discussion.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007 - Right to Return: New Home Movies from the Lower 9th Ward
Wednesday, May 16, 2007 - What Now for the NAACP?
Bruce Gordon's resignation as president leaves lingering questions about the future of the NAACP.
Friday, March 9, 2007 - Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King
Revisit a selection of Tavis' conversations on the lives and legacies of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his wife, Coretta Scott King.
Monday, February 12, 2007
GUESTS
- Eric Etheridge
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Journalist-photographer explains how obtaining mug shots of Freedom Riders transformed his latest book. - Jonathan Rieder
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Barnard sociologist and author of The Word of the Lord is Upon Me describes the artistry and the humorous side of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw
Monday, April 7, 2008
Law professor addresses the Democratic presidential candidates' support of affirmative action programs. - Dr. Cornel West
Friday, April 4, 2008
Princeton University professor discusses Dr. King's lasting legacy. - Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
Friday, April 4, 2008
Georgetown University professor discusses Dr. King's lasting legacy. - Clarence B. Jones
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Dr. King's former attorney-speechwriter shares what he believes Dr. King would say about the man who killed him. - Dorothy Cotton
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Former SCLC Education Director explains the role sexism played in the organizations of the civil rights movement. - Harry Belafonte
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Actor-activist describes how he first met Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who would become one of his closest friends. - Rev. Samuel "Billy" Kyles
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Pastor of Monumental Baptist Church, reflects on how witnessing Dr. King's assassination has impacted his life. - Taylor Rogers
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Former Memphis sanitation worker describes what Dr. King's support and presence meant to the workers' strike. - Rev. Al Sharpton
Monday, March 31, 2008
Rev. Al Sharpton says that America is good at accepting a moment, but not a movement. - Beverly Robertson
Monday, March 31, 2008
National Civil Rights Museum president tells the story of the museum and the Lorraine Motel. - Odetta
Friday, January 25, 2008
Singer-songwriter reflects on her quiet support of Dr. Martin Luther King. - Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. previews the Democratic primary in South Carolina and reflects on his own historic bid for the White House. - Christine King Farris
Monday, January 21, 2008
Sister of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reflects on growing up with her brother, adjusting to the loss of her sister-in-law, Coretta Scott King, and the meaning of the King Holiday. - Janet Murguia
Thursday, January 17, 2008
National Council of La Raza president Janet Murguia discusses the Black-Brown divide and reflects on Dr. King's vision. - Theodore Shaw
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
The NAACP Legal Defense Fund's president discusses challenges to Indiana's voter ID laws. - Bob Adelman
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Photojournalist says he was naturally drawn to the Black struggle. - Ruby Dee
Friday, October 5, 2007
Iconic actress talks about activism, longevity in the entertainment industry and her upcoming film role. - Marc Morial, Cornel West, Farah Griffin on Justice Thomas
Monday, October 1, 2007
Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Farah Griffin discuss Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' new autobiography, My Grandfather's Son. - Randall Robinson
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
TransAfrica founder talks about U.S. involvement in Haiti. - David Nichols
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Historian reflects on the 50th anniversary of the integration of Little Rock's Central High School, during the Eisenhower administration. - Dr. Terrence Roberts
Thursday, September 6, 2007
One of the nine students who volunteered to integrate Little Rock, Arkansas' Central High School 50 years ago, reflects on his experience. - Juanessa Bennett, B.J. Bernstein
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Genarlow Wilson's mother and attorney give an update on the Georgia teen's case. - Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Former presidential candidate says Katrina is a metaphor for an abandoned urban America. - David Rose
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Journalist explains the backstory of his new book about racial injustice on Georgia's death row. - Della Britton Baeza, David Robinson
Monday, April 16, 2007
Jackie Robinson's son, David Robinson, and Della Britton Baeza, CEO of the Jackie Robinson Foundation, discuss the legacy of the Hall of Famer who broke baseball's color barrier 60 years ago. - Harry Johnson
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Harry Johnson, MLK National Memorial Project Foundation CEO, discusses Dr. King's legacy and updates fund-raising progress. - Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
Friday, March 9, 2007 - Bruce Gordon
Monday, March 5, 2007 - Dr. Cornel West
Friday, January 12, 2007 - Peniel E. Joseph
Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - Clarence B. Jones
Friday, August 4, 2006 - William C. Rhoden
Friday, July 28, 2006 - Bruce Gordon
Friday, March 10, 2006
Then-NAACP head discusses the racial implications of Katrina. - Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
Noted professor explains his book, "Come Hell or High Water: Hurricane Katrina and the Color of Disaster.” - Marc Morial
Wednesday, September 7, 2005
National Urban League CEO & former New Orleans mayor discusses the city's preparedness. - Bruce Gordon
Tuesday, September 6, 2005
Then-NAACP president explains the organization's relief efforts. - Marc Morial
Tuesday, February 1, 2005
National Urban League CEO discusses the relevancy of the organization. - Theodore Shaw
Tuesday, October 5, 2004
LDF president explains that the American vote is not constitutionally protected. - Kadiatou Diallo
Tuesday, August 3, 2004
Amadou Diallo's mother discusses police misconduct. - Kelly Anderson
Tuesday, August 3, 2004
Filmmaker Kelly Anderson explores police misconduct.
YOUNG VOICES
- How Sidney Poitier Changed America
Tuesday, June 10, 2008 - A Deadly Mistake
Monday, May 5, 2008 - An Injustice Anywhere
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - Backing Change, and Obama
Monday, January 21, 2008 - Race Matters
Monday, October 22, 2007 - Talking Torture
Tuesday, October 16, 2007 - Cornel West, Kanye West, and America's Blues People
Tuesday, September 18, 2007 - Defend Liberty, Dismiss Subtle Hate
Thursday, September 13, 2007 - Skid Row: Coming to a Theater Near You
Wednesday, August 22, 2007 - Speak Up, Ladies
Monday, July 30, 2007 - Jail Zealous Prosecutors?
Monday, July 23, 2007 - GOP Voters Choose: None of the Above
Tuesday, July 17, 2007 - Freedom and The Fourth
Tuesday, July 3, 2007 - Democrats Strong on Security
Tuesday, June 26, 2007 - Democrats Soft on Security
Sunday, June 24, 2007 - Jack Bauer-izing Torture and China?
Thursday, May 24, 2007 - Anti-Hate Crimes Bill Should Include Gays
Tuesday, May 8, 2007 - Hate Crimes - "A Savage Hypocrisy"
Friday, May 4, 2007 - NAACP Should Model AARP
Tuesday, April 3, 2007 - Gen Y: Are We Really Apathetic?
Sunday, March 11, 2007 - Bloody Sunday - NAACP Axes Another Chief
Wednesday, March 7, 2007 - A Dream Defined
Wednesday, March 7, 2007 - What They're Not Saying
Tuesday, March 6, 2007 - Cheese Steaks and the Language Barrier
Thursday, February 8, 2007 - Sticks and Stones
Saturday, February 3, 2007 - Injustice or iPods?
Thursday, February 1, 2007

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