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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span id="goog_1606714933"></span><span id="goog_1606714934"></span><span style="color: blue;">"Interesting and great"
Georgia African American writers and other black literary talents are profiled at
the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame in Athens </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">By Greg Peterson,
volunteer media advisor for the nonprofit </span><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.wordpress.com/2012/03/19/GeorgiaCenterForChildrenAndEducationInc" target="_blank">Georgia Center for Children and Education, Inc.</a><span style="color: black;"> in
Augusta, Georgia</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">(Athens, Georgia) - Georgia has
"produced a lot of interesting and great writers" including
many famous African American literary talents who are profiled at the
Georgia Writers Hall of Fame in Athens, Georgia.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">People
know about authors like Moreland, Georgia native </span></span></span></span><b><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=7" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Erskine Caldwell</span></span></span></a></b><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">,
who wrote</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><i><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Tobacco Road</span></i></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
(</span></span></span></span><a href="http://goo.gl/maps/0oBlc" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">a
real road</span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
and story about Augusta) – and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Mitchell" target="_blank"><b>Margaret Mitchell</b></a> – who <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gone_with_the_Wind" target="_blank">wrote</a>
</span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031381/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><i><span style="font-weight: normal;">Gone with the Wind</span></i></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><a href="http://www.ijpr.org/Feature.asp?FeatureID=1606" target="_blank">The Caldwell</a> novel </span></span><i><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">Tobacco
Road</span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">
depicts a setting just south of </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augusta,_Georgia" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u>Augusta</u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">
during the worst years of the </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Depression" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u>Great
Depression</u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">
– and to this day the <a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Augusta+Georgia+tobacco+road&client=firefox-a&hnear=Tobacco+Rd,+Augusta,+Richmond,+Georgia%20http://goo.gl/maps/0oBlc" target="_blank">real Tobacco Road</a> is in the same area.</span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gone_with_the_Wind_%28film%29" target="_blank">Gone with the Wind</a> </i></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">is
set in and around </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlanta" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u>Atlanta</u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">
during the </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u>American
Civil War</u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">
and </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reconstruction_era_of_the_United_States" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u>Reconstruction</u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span id="goog_1606714949"></span><span id="goog_1606714950"></span> "A lot of
people don't think that former </span><b><span style="color: black;">Pres.
<a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=8" target="_blank">Jimmy Carter</a></span></b><span style="color: black;">, </span><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=26" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: black;">Johnny Mercer</span></b></a><span style="color: black;"> and</span><b><span style="color: black;">
<a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=21" target="_blank">Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.</a></span></b><span style="color: black;">
are celebrated at the <a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/index.php" target="_blank">Hall of Fame</a> – but they are," said
<b>Rev. Terence A. Dicks</b>, who took the photos while in Athens to attend
an event at the <b>University of Georgia</b> on behalf of <b>Georgia Legal
Services Program</b>.</span><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">"They are
all great writers in their own right," Rev. Dicks said.</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mercer
was a poet, <span id="goog_1606715106"></span></span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lyricist" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">lyri<span id="goog_1606715110"></span><span id="goog_1606715111"></span>cist</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span id="goog_1606715107"></span>,
</span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songwriter" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">songwriter</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
and </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singer" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">singer</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
born in Savannah.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">The late Dr. King
and former Pres. Carter worked on award-winning social justice
issues.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: blue;">"It is no
longer what we used to call black history – it <i>is</i> history,"
Dicks said. </span><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: blue;">"It has become real to so many"<span style="color: black;"> </span>due to a second term for Pres. Obama</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>William Edward Burghardt "W.E.B." Du Bois used "force of mind and skill of pen" to fight for 'human equity' while battling "myth of inferiority"</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Various significant books, writings by author<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><u><b> </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Burghardt "W.E.B."</b></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Du Bois</b></span></span></span></span><span style="font-weight: normal;">. On bottom left, the
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._E._B._Du_Bois">W. E. B. Du
Bois</a>/<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_White_Ovington">Mary
White Ovington</a> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">marker on The Extra Mile - Points of Light
Volunteer Pathway</span></span><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">a national monument installed in the sidewalks
of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_D.C.">Washington
D.C.</a></span> </span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span id="goog_1941384099"></span><span id="goog_1941384100"></span>Among
those honored in Athens is prolific and celebrated African-America
author <a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=13" target="_blank"><b>William Edward Burghardt "W.E.B." Du Bois</b></a> (Feb. 1868
– Aug. 1963), who wrote the landmark collection of essays, </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Souls_of_Black_Folk" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">The Souls of Black Folk</span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><i><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">.</span></u></i></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Perhaps
most important, <a href="http://www.webdubois.org/" target="_blank">Du Bois</a> penned a (1935) great work titled </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Reconstruction_in_America" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><i><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Black Reconstruction in America</span></u></i></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– that effectively debunked and challenged the absurd – but
popular notion – that blacks were responsible for the dismal
failures of the </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reconstruction_Era_of_the_United_States" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Reconstruction</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
first </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_American" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">African American</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
to earn a doctorate at </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvard" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Harvard</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">,
Du Bois was a professor of history, sociology and economics at
</span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlanta_University" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">Atlanta University</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– and in 1909 was one of the co-founders of the </span></span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Association_for_the_Advancement_of_Colored_People" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">National Association for the Advancement of Colored People</span></u></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
(NAACP).</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">Du
Bois "recognized that the keystone in the arch of oppression was
the myth of inferiority and he dedicated his brilliant talents to
demolish it," said Martin Luther King, Jr.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The first
African-American to be awarded a Harvard Ph.D., Du Bois spent nearly
a quarter century on the faculty of Atlanta University as professor
of history and sociology (1897-1910) and head of the sociology
department (1934-1944).</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"></span></span>Du Bois's writings and his intellectual guidance as teacher, researcher, and editor at Atlanta University contributed immensely to its reputation as a preeminent resource for the study of race in America.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Du Bois was praised by the editorial board of "Phylon," the <b>Atlanta University</b> scholarly review of race and culture upon his retirement after spending 22 years as the "Phylon" one and only editor – in fact its first editor-in-chief (1934).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The 'Phylon' Board of Directors stated:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">DuBois was one who "propagated a doctrine of human equality in distinguished and inventive writing. . . whose force of mind and skill of pen have been exercised in behalf of the world's darker peoples for more than half a century."</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Clark
Atlanta University<br />From Feb. 20-23, 2013, Clark Atlanta
University hosted the 'W. E. B. Du Bois and the Wings of Atlanta'
gala in connection with the W. E. B. Du Bois International
Conference<br />The event was a 50th Anniversary Commemorative
Conference at the </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
Cornelius L. Henderson Student Center</span></span></span></span></span></b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"> </span><a href="http://cauduboislegacy.net/2013_Conference.html"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">http://cauduboislegacy.net/2013_Conference.html</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
April 2013 </span><span style="color: #333333;">Writers’ Conference n the
campus of Clark Atlanta University, explored a 21st Century approach
to W.E.B. Du Bois' theory of “Double Consciousness” in all
aspects of life including race, identity, ethnicity, class, gender
and sexuality.</span></span></span></div>
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<a href="http://doubleconsciousness21.com/"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US">http://doubleconsciousness21.com</span></span></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1938 Paine College graduate Frank Garvin Yerby grew up in Augusta</span></b></span></span></span></b></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photo of <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlrhea/487303362" target="_blank">Frank Yerby House replica</a> at Paine College in Augusta, GA by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlrhea" target="_blank">Amber Rhea via flickr</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Augusta
native and 1938 Paine College graduate Frank Garvin Yerby "was a
prolific writer who is greatly respected at Paine College,"
Dicks said.</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;">Yerby wrote 33
novels that sold 55 million copies and were translated into 22
languages, and three became motion pictures: Foxes of Harrow (1946),
The Golden Hawk (1948), and The Saracen Blade (1952). </span><span lang="en-US"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">Born
September 5, 1916, to Rufus Garvin and Wilhelmina Yerby, Augusta, GA
native Frank Yerby began his literary career as a writer of fiction
protesting the marginalization of African-Americans in American
society especially in Southern society at whose hands he did suffer.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">His
career ended while living a self-imposed exile in Madrid, Spain and
where he became its best-selling author of historical-fiction.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">Yerby
suffered through his early life in Augusta that was tormented by
racial conflict, and used that racist pathos and suffering as a theme
that would dominate his fiction.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">In
1937, Yerby earned a B.A. in English at Paine College. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">The
son of a racially mixed couple, Yerby believed himself to be black.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">As
a young man, he was unable to be accepted by either white or black
society.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">Yerby
explained some of his Augusta hardship to People magazine:</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">"When I was young, a bunch of us black kids would get in a fight
with white kids and then I'd have to fight with a black kid who got
on me for being so light."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">In addition to
his writing talents, Yerby was a professor at several universities
over his life time.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/107457693032871903091/PaineCollegeCampusPhotos#5496832714427591554"><span style="color: black;">Photo of Frank Yerby House replica by Paine College</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">"Paine
College has an entire collection of his books that is maintained in
the college's Frank Yerby House" that opened in 2008, Dicks
said, </span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></span>Constructed
in the early 20th century, the original Yerby home in Augusta was
moved in Feb. 2004 from 1112 Eighth St. – a mile and a half to
Paine College property – specifically to 1718 Laney-Walker
Boulevard (at Druid Park Avenue).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">The building was
recently demolished just over a year later (2005) because it was in
poor condition including asbestos, lead, and structural issues.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">A replica was
built in its place.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">In Feb. 2013, the
Paine College School of Arts and Humanities hosted the Inaugural
Frank Yerby Literary Symposium.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Yerby was born in
Augusta on September 5, 1916 and died on November 21, 1991 in Madrid,
Spain.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: blue;">"Young Africans Americans should
find out about their heritage and history," said Rev. Terence A. Dicks</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photo by Rev.
Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, Georgia</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">"I would
invite teachers to do field trips to the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame
in Athens," Dicks said. "Young Africans Americans should
find out about their heritage and history."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">"You do not
have to go to New York or Chicago to learn about legendary African
American authors – you can go library and campus of the University
of Georgia in Athens," Dicks said. "It's a great campus –
and will help young people to start thinking about college." </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: blue;"> "You don't have to be in college – to learn
these things," said Rev. Terence A. Dicks</span> </span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Dicks has long
been a prolific reader of African American history – and believes
you are never too young or old for blacks to learn about their
heritage.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">"I was going
to run for political office in Augusta and wanted to gain a stronger
sense of who I am," said Dicks, who "made the choice to
work in the media and restaurant business instead of going to
college."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: blue;">These types of
exhibits should inspire African American youth to go to college.</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: black;">"Don't wait
until college – and you don't have to be in college – to learn
these things," Rev. Dicks said.</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><br /></b></span>
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</b></span>
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: black;">"There are a
lot of people on a journey of discovery" especially now that
Barack Obama is America's first African American President.</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: blue;"><b>"It is no
longer what we used to call black history – it <i>is</i> history," Rev. Dicks said.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;"><span style="color: blue;"><b>"It's become real to so many because of Pres. Obama's second term," he said.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photos for this
special graphic courtesy the</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Georgia Writers Hall of Fame in Athens,
Georgia</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><b>The <a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/" target="_blank">Georgia Writers Hall of Fame</a> was established in 2000 as part of the <a href="http://www.libs.uga.edu/hargrett/index.shtml" target="_blank">Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library</a> to <a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/index.php" target="_blank">honor Georgia writers</a> and to
introduce the public to the library's rich collections for research
into Georgia literature and cultural history</b>.</span><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org</span></u></span></span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.libs.uga.edu/hargrett/resources/classes.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.libs.uga.edu/hargrett/resources/classes.html</span></u></span></span></a></span></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.libs.uga.edu/development/making.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.libs.uga.edu/development/making.html</span></u></span></span></a></span></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/index.php" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/index.php</span></u></span></span></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Hall of Fame Honoree Margaret Mitchell<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></b></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The ex-</span><i><span style="font-weight: normal;">Atlanta
Journal</span></i><span style="font-weight: normal;"> reporter is a
twentieth-century cultural phenomenon due to the amazing popularity
of her 1936 southern romance novel </span><i><span style="font-weight: normal;">Gone
with the Wind and </span></i><span style="font-weight: normal;">its
heroine Scarlett O'Hara.</span></span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=28" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=28</span></span></span></span></a></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"></span></span><span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Hall of Fame Honoree Pres. Jimmy Carter:</span></span></b></span><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">From
a Plains, GA peanut farmer to Commander-in-Chief Pres. Jimmy Carter.</span></span></span></span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=8" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=8</span></span></span></span></a></b></span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /><span style="color: blue;"><b>Hall of Fame Honoree Johnny Mercer</b></span></span></span><br />
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=26" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=26</span></span></span></span></a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Hall of Fame Honoree Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.</span></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">A
true American hero, a martyred man of action and a sculptor of words
who became the most influential author/orator to emerge from the
Civil Rights movement's deep ranks of eloquent clergymen and fiery
organizers.</span></span></span></span></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">His
"I Have a Dream" speech, an oration of historical and
literary preeminence which American schoolchildren study alongside
the Declaration of Independence and the Gettysburg Add</span>ress, is widely
regarded as the most influential American speech of the 20th century.
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=21" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=21</span></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hall of Fame Honoree William Edward Burghardt "W.E.B." Du Bois </span></span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt) Du Bois "recognized that the keystone in the arch of oppression was the myth of inferiority and he dedicated his brilliant talents to demolish it," said Martin Luther King, Jr. 1</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The first
African-American to be awarded a Harvard Ph.D., Du Bois spent nearly
a quarter century on the faculty of Atlanta University as professor
of history and sociology (1897-1910) and head of the sociology
department (1934-1944).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Du Bois's writings
and his intellectual guidance as teacher, researcher, and editor at
Atlanta University contributed immensely to its reputation as a
preeminent resource for the study of race in America.</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=13" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=13</span></span></span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.webdubois.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.webdubois.org</span></span></span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Reconstruction_in_America" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US">BlackReconstruction in America</span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US"><i><u>
</u></i></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">by
W.E.B. DuBois</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Reconstruction" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Reconstruction</span></span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span lang="en-US">Hall
of Fame Honoree Erskine Preston Caldwell</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=7" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=7</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_Road_%28novel%29" target="_blank"><b>Tobacco Road</b></a> – the 1932 novel by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erskine_Caldwell" target="_blank"><b>Erskine Caldwell</b></a> and the </span></span></span><span style="color: blue;"><b><a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Augusta+Georgia+tobacco+road&client=firefox-a&hnear=Tobacco+Rd,+Augusta,+Richmond,+Georgia&gl=us&t=h&z=13" target="_blank"><span lang="en-US">actual road</span></a></b></span><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– are both located south of Augusta, GA</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Born on Dec. 17,
1903 at a home in a wooded area outside Moreland, Georgia, <a href="http://ead.dartmouth.edu/html/ms1046.html" target="_blank">Caldwell</a>
was the only child of Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church minister
<b>Ira Sylvester Caldwell</b> and his schoolteacher wife <b>Caroline Bell
Caldwell</b>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Rev. Caldwell's
ministry caused the family to movie to southern states including
Florida, Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina and North Carolina.</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Erskine was 15
years old when the family settled permanently in Wrens, Georgia</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_Road_%28novel%29" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_Road_%28novel%29</span></span></span></a></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Augusta+Georgia+tobacco+road&client=firefox-a&hnear=Tobacco+Rd,+Augusta,+Richmond,+Georgia" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Augusta+Georgia+tobacco+road&client=firefox-a&hnear=Tobacco+Rd,+Augusta,+Richmond,+Georgia</span></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://goo.gl/maps/0oBlc"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://goo.gl/maps/0oBlc</span></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Tobacco:</span><span style="color: black;"> A History of
Georgia Agriculture 1732-1860 By James C. Bonner</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://books.google.com/books?id=oLAbBUqEW8wC&lpg=PA50&ots=vLpC6k8r9Z&dq=Tobacco%20Road%2C%20Augusta%2C%20Georgia%2C%20slaves%20transport%20tobacco&pg=PA52#v=onepage&q&f=false"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://books.google.com/books?id=oLAbBUqEW8wC&lpg=PA50&ots=vLpC6k8r9Z&dq=Tobacco%20Road%2C%20Augusta%2C%20Georgia%2C%20slaves%20transport%20tobacco&pg=PA52#v=onepage&q&f=false</span></span></span></a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Georgia writers:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Yerby" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Yerby</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erskine_Caldwell" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erskine_Caldwell</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_Road_%28novel%29" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco_Road_%28novel%29</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Mitchell" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_Mitchell</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Carter" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Carter</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Mercer" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Mercer</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King,_Jr" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King,_Jr</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._E._B._Du_Bois" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><span lang="en-US"><u><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._E._B._Du_Bois</span></u></span></span></a></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Yerby" target="_blank">Augusta native and 1938 Paine College graduate Frank Garvin Yerby:</a></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/agnostic-musings-african-american/id486848547?mt=11" target="_blank"><b>Frank GarvinYerby</b></a> was born in Augusta, Georgia, on September 5th, 1916, the son
of a black hotel doorman, <b>Rufus Garvin Yerby</b> and his white wife,
<b>Wilhelmina</b>.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">He attended
private elementary and high school, the Haines Institute,
predominately black, and received a Bachelor of Arts in English from
Paine College</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.paine.edu/blog/post/2013/02/05/Paine-College-Hosts-Inaugural-Frank-Yerby-Symposium.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.paine.edu/blog/post/2013/02/05/Paine-College-Hosts-Inaugural-Frank-Yerby-</a><a href="http://www.paine.edu/blog/post/2013/02/05/Paine-College-Hosts-Inaugural-Frank-Yerby-Symposium.aspx">Symposium.aspx</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.paine.edu/press.aspx?art=3" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://www.paine.edu/press.aspx?art=3</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.paine.edu/docs/library/finaid/FrankGarvinYerby.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://www.paine.edu/docs/library/finaid/FrankGarvinYerby.pdf</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2005/07/03/met_457685.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2005/07/03/met_457685.shtml</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/richmond-neighbors/2013-02-19/literary-festival-planned-library-march-1-and-2" target="_blank">http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/richmond-neighbors/2013-02-19/literary-festival-planned-</a><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/richmond-neighbors/2013-02-19/literary-festival-planned-library-march-1-and-2" target="_blank">library-march-1-and-2</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/070305/met_4465978.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/070305/met_4465978.shtml</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/PaineCollege"><span style="color: black;">https://www.facebook.com/PaineCollege</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photo of Frank
Yerby House replica by </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlrhea" target="_blank">Amber Rhea</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlrhea/487303362" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlrhea/487303362</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photo of Frank
Yerby House replica by Paine College:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/107457693032871903091/PaineCollegeCampusPhotos#5496832714427591554" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">https://picasaweb.google.com/107457693032871903091/PaineCollegeCampusPhotos#5496832714427591554</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/04/21/met_195804.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/04/21/met_195804.shtml</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="http://www.blackpast.org/?q=aah/yerby-frank-g-1916-1991" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><u>http://www.blackpast.org/?q=aah/yerby-frank-g-1916-1991</u></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="color: black;">Photo by Rev.
Terence Dicks, 706-799-5598</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Georgia Writers Hall of Fame Honorees:</span></span></div>
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<img alt="Conrad Aiken" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/conrad-aiken.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Conrad Aiken" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=1" target="_blank">Conrad Aiken</a></div>
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<img alt="Raymond Andrews" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/raymond-andrews.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Raymond Andrews" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=2" target="_blank">Raymond Andrews</a></div>
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<img alt="Coleman Barks" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/coleman-barks.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Coleman Barks" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=3" target="_blank">Coleman Barks</a></div>
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<img alt="David Bottoms" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/david-bottoms.jpg" style="display: block;" title="David Bottoms" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=4" target="_blank">David Bottoms</a></div>
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<img alt="Elias Boudinot" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/elias-boudinot.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Elias Boudinot" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=5" target="_blank">Elias Boudinot</a></div>
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<img alt="Robert Burch" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/robert-burch.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Robert Burch" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=6" target="_blank">Robert Burch</a></div>
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<img alt="Erskine Caldwell" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/erskine-caldwell.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Erskine Caldwell" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=7" target="_blank">Erskine Caldwell</a></div>
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<img alt="Jimmy Carter" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/jimmy-carter.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Jimmy Carter" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=8" target="_blank">Jimmy Carter</a></div>
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<img alt="Judith Ortiz Cofer" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/judith-ortiz-cofer.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Judith Ortiz Cofer" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=9" target="_blank">Judith Ortiz Cofer</a></div>
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<img alt="Pat Conroy" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/pat-conroy.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Pat Conroy" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=10" target="_blank">Pat Conroy</a></div>
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<img alt="Harry Crews" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/harry-crews.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Harry Crews" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=11" target="_blank">Harry Crews</a></div>
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<img alt="James Dickey" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/james-dickey.jpg" style="display: block;" title="James Dickey" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=12" target="_blank">James Dickey</a></div>
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<img alt="W.E.B. Du Bois" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/w.e.b.-du-bois.jpg" style="display: block;" title="W.E.B. Du Bois" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=13" target="_blank">W.E.B. Du Bois</a></div>
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<img alt="Henry W. Grady" src="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/assets/img/authors/henry-w-grady.jpg" style="display: block;" title="Henry W. Grady" width="113" /><a href="http://www.georgiawritershalloffame.org/honorees/biography.php?authorID=14" target="_blank">Henry W. Grady</a></div>
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Augusta Coach Jerry Hunter for caring about inner city youth: W. K.
Kellogg Foundation New Tools New Visions 2 (NTNV2) sponsor a youth
baseball camp at Paine College</span></span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;">New Tools New Visions 2 (NTNV2) in Augusta, Georgia: Finding healthy
outlets and activities for inner city youth and others facing social
inequalities by addressing issues of environmental health, violence,
health equity, and social justice</span></span></div>
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NTNV2 is a Paine College/Community Partnership funded by the W. K.
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NTNV was the primary sponsor of a baseball camp for inner city youth
in the summer of 2010 organized by amazing and outstanding <b><span style="color: blue;">Augusta
Coach Jerry Hunter</span></b>.</div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">The Jerry Hunter Baseball Camp</span></b> for middle school and elementary
school kids included "inner city youth from Augusta area housing
projects," said <b><span style="color: blue;">Rev. Terence A. Dicks</span></b>, an Augusta activist and
the NTNV2 Community Liaison and Steering Committee chair and New
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"We need more projects like the Coach Jerry Hunter's baseball
camp for our children - to give them something to do" during the
long, hot summers in Augusta, said Rev. Dicks, who is hoping to help
start more projects for Augusta area youth because they are targets
for greedy drug dealers and have too much time on their hands if not
involved in extracurricular activities.</div>
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Coach Hunter "is a very enterprising young educator and a Paine
College Alumni," Dicks said.<br />
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Coach Hunter was the boy's baseball coach (2007-2010) at Lucy C.
Laney High School in Augusta and then became the celebrated head
coach of the high school boy's basketball team - leading the team to
its first class AA state championship in 2012.</div>
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"It's a Mother's Day gift to Miss Laney, from us," said the
modest Wildcats coach Jerry Hunter in an interview with an Augusta
newspaper following the March 11, 2012 state championship victory.</div>
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Coach Hunter was honoring the school's famous and beloved namesake:</div>
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Post Civil War<b><span style="color: blue;"> African American Educator, Reformer, and Social
Activist Lucy Craft Laney</span></b> - who e<span style="color: #00000a;">stablished a
school for African American children in Augusta and was a huge
</span>inspiration to many of her students including (<b><span style="color: blue;">Mary McLeod
Bethune</span></b>) a future advisor to <b><span style="color: blue;">President Franklin Delano Roosevelt
(FDR)</span></b>.</div>
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Coach Hunter stepped down as the school's basketball coach in 2013 to
spend more time focusing on his family.</div>
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A 1997 Paine College graduate who lettered in basketball, Coach
Hunter was a member of the 1994 basketball team that won the Southern
Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season title and advanced
to the NCAA Division II Tournament.<br />
In 2011, <b><span style="color: blue;">Coach Hunter's son LaTron</span></b> (3<sup>rd</sup> base) became the
first Wildcats baseball player to ever get a full athletic
scholarship signing with Southern Union State Community College in
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Hoping his son's scholarship will encourage more youth to play
baseball, Coach Hunter said LaTron showed Augusta athletes it's
possible to earn a scholarship in sports other than basketball and
football.</div>
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Hunter's three seasons as head basketball coach for Laney (77-15
record/84 percent success) included three Final Four appearances and
the 2012 state championship.</div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Paine College </span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Class
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Sports Council</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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Lucy C. Laney High School</div>
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<span style="color: blue;">Educator, Reformer, Social Activist Lucy Craft Laney (April 13,
1854-October 24, 1933), </span><span style="color: #00000a;"><span style="color: blue;">an early African
American educator who established a school for African American
children in August, GA:</span> </span></div>
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Laney Coach Jerry Hunter has stepped down as basketball coach March
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/sports/high-school/2012-03-11/laney-routs-manchester-its-first-state-title"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/sports/high-school/2012-03-11/laney-routs-manchester-its-first-state-title</span></span></span></span></a></span></div>
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Team and Coach Jerry Hunter honored by city of Augusta after 2012
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/sports/2012-03-20/state-champion-laney-wildcats-honored-ceremony"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/sports/2012-03-20/state-champion-laney-wildcats-honored-ceremony</span></span></span></span></a></span></div>
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2012 stories in Augusta newspaper about student helped by coach
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Problem child : Laney High star athlete overcomes odds to graduate -
and gives praise to coach Jerry Hunter:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/education/2012-05-19/laney-high-star-athlete-overcomes-odds-graduate"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/education/2012-05-19/laney-high-star-athlete-overcomes-odds-graduate</span></span></span></span></a></span></div>
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Fostering success: Laney star made home on basketball court</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/education/2012-04-29/laney-star-made-home-basketball-court"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/education/2012-04-29/laney-star-made-home-basketball-court</span></span></span></span></a></span></div>
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Jerry Hunter's students/players go on to acclaim:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: x-small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://www.tigernet.com/story/basketball/Rod-Hall-signs-letter-intent-play-basketball-Clemson-9549">http://www.tigernet.com/story/basketball/Rod-Hall-signs-letter-intent-play-basketball-Clemson-9549</a><br /><a href="http://www.orangeandwhite.com/news/2013/mar/20/brad-brownells-building-blocks-rod-hall/?partner=RSS">http://www.orangeandwhite.com/news/2013/mar/20/brad-brownells-building-blocks-rod-hall/?partner=RSS</a></span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">NTNV2 is a Paine College/Community Partnership</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Funded by the W. K. Kellogg Foundation</span></b></div>
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NTNV2 is a community collaborative organization built on Community
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NTNV organizes Augusta churches in public, celebratory activities.</div>
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Pastors, Ministers and other Religious leaders can publicly commit
their churches to the Annual Black Church Week of Prayer for the
Healing of AIDS.</div>
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Encourage HIV/AIDS education, promoting HIV testing and organizing
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The group's intention to serve as a vehicle for increasing the level
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NTNV 2 assessment by <b>Dr. Kimberly M. Coleman</b>, MPH</div>
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Consultant and
paid contractor for the Kellogg Foundation</div>
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11-8-10 in Denver, CO</div>
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138th annual meeting of the American Public Health Association</div>
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"Lessons learned as a Community-Based Participatory Research
(CBPR) technical assistance coordinator - partnered with four rural,
African American Communities" in Albany, Augusta, Fort Valley,
Savannah.</div>
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<span style="color: #323543;"><b>Dr. Kimberly M. Coleman</b>, PHD, MPH, CHES</span></div>
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In 2008, she was awarded a $100,000 contract from the W. K. Kellogg
Foundation as the Technical Assistance Coordinator for the "New
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.nccu.edu/directory/details.cfm?id=kcolem16"><span style="color: #323543;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">http://www.nccu.edu/directory/details.cfm?id=kcolem16</span></span></span></span></a></span></div>
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<b>Albany State University:</b></div>
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2 : Lessons Learned Engaging in CBPR with Albany, GA Tools for
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Albany, Georgia Tools for Change, Inc.<br />
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P.O. Box 3841</div>
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<span id="goog_1493771278"></span><span id="goog_1493771279"></span>Danielle Blackwell, BA</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="mailto:ddblackwell@bellsouth.net"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">ddblackwell@bellsouth.net</span></span></span></a></span></div>
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Connect four rural GA communities surrounding Historically Black
Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with faculty resources to develop a
community-based participatory research (CBPR) infrastructure to
address issues of environmental health, violence, health equity, and
social justice.</div>
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Help community residents to resolve identified problems, and create
change in public policy, and quality of life using several public
health-based strategies to engage community residents and partners
with researchers and/or HBCUs to develop solutions for each targeted
community's health issue among local residents</div>
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Four Southern Georgia community organizations were selected after
submitting proposals to the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, Harambee House,
Inc. and Citizens for Environmental Justice </div>
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Participants define strategies to eliminate obstacles from and
creating good policies for African Americans to develop healthy
families.</div>
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Using the Healthy People 2020 objectives include dynamic interaction
between building healthier family structures and eradicating
obstacles to healthier Black families.</div>
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While myriad areas of health disparities will be addressed, special
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Violence as a public health issue</span></b></div>
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HIV/AIDS
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Mental Health Disparities</span></b></div>
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Under-utilization of Preventative Care</span></b></div>
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Presenters take a proactive stance in addressing critical matters
corresponding to the creation of stronger Black Families and improved
health conditions.</div>
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Presenters include outside experts and the Augusta community, Paine
College faculty/students plus reps of the Medical College of Georgia
health system.
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NTNV2 Augusta is a partner of the U.S. Department of Health &
Human Services Office of Minority Health's National Partnership for
Action (NPA) to End Health Disparities, and a member of the national
Healthy People 2020 Consortium.
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Party pays tribute to the Boston Marathon bombing victims as they
continue road to recovery</span></h2>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Richmond County
Democratic Party (RCDP) chair Dr.
Lowell Greenbaum offers condolences and respect to the families and victims of the events surrounding the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings terrorist attacks</b></td></tr>
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Photos of Richmond County
Democratic Party (RCDP) tribute to the Boston Marathon tribute
honoring the victims of the 2013 bombing including those at the
parade and the police officers who were killed or wounded capturing
the terrorists.</div>
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Showing solidarity for the
terror victims and all Boston area residents, party members discussed
their feelings about the terrorist bombing, press coverage and other
issues.</div>
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RCDP members have friends
and family who work and reside in Boston.</div>
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Two bombs near the finish
line of the Boston Marathon killed three people on the afternoon of
April 15 and more than 260 people were injured in the attacks that
shocked the world.</div>
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Murdered in the bombings
were eight-year-old <b>Martin William Richard</b> of the Boston neighborhood
of Dorchester; <b>Krystle Marie Campbell</b>, 29, a restaurant manager from
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medford,_Massachusetts">Medford,
Massachusetts</a>; and <b>Lü Lingzi</b>, 23, a Chinese national and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_University">Boston
University</a> graduate student from <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shenyang">Shenyang</a>,
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liaoning">Liaoning</a>. </div>
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<b>Massachusetts Institute of
Technology campus police Sean Collier</b> was gunned down by the
terrorists after their identities became public and <b><i><span style="font-style: normal;">Massachusetts
Bay Transportation Authority </span></i><span style="font-style: normal;">Transit
</span><i><span style="font-style: normal;">Police Officer Richard</span></i><span style="font-style: normal;">
H. </span></b><i><span style="font-style: normal;"><b>Donohue, Jr.</b> would be
shot and wounded by friendly fire a few hours later during a hail of
gunfire in a shootout between between police and the terrorists.</span></i> </div>
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Speakers at the Wed.,
April 17, 2013 event in Augusta, GA included <b>RCDP Chair Dr. Lowell
Greenbaum</b> and the <b>Rev. Sidney Gates, RCDP Chaplain</b>.
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(Photos by Progressive
Democrat the Rev. Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, a Democratic Party of
Georgia State Committee member for the 12th Congressional District of
Georgia on behalf of the RCDP)</div>
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<b>Front Row: RCDP chaplain
the Rev. Sidney Gates, RCDP voter registration chairperson Betty
Frank, RCDP Treasurer Liz Johnson; and a guest of the of the RCDP
event.</b></div>
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<b>Back Row: RCDP member
Frank Williams and RCDP Sgt. Of Arms Alvin Forrest</b></div>
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<b>Pictured above, left to right:</b></div>
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<b>Front row: RCDP member
Krishna Goel</b><br />
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<b>Second Row: Augusta
residents and RCDP members Barbara Stenstrom and Gloria R. Greenbaum,
wife of the RCDP chair</b><br />
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<b>Third Row: Avid longtime
RCDP members Marcia Brown, party assistant treasurer Hilda Phinizy,
and Lydia (Alvin) Forrest</b><br />
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<b>Fourth Row: RCDP member
and former party secretary Michael "Mike" McCullen, a
member of the Progressive Religious Coalition and co-chairman of the
Augusta Mayors Blue Ribbon Commission on Race</b></div>
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<b>Speaking is the Rev.
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Religious Coalition</b></div>
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<b>RCDP chaplain the Rev.
Sidney Gates offers prayers for those who were victims of the bombing
and to families of the brave police officers involved in the
manhunt and apprehension of the Boston terrorists</b></div>
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<b>Boston Marathon Terrorist
Attacks</b></div>
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Marathon_bombings">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Marathon_bombings</a></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Some background on
those pictured, who are known for their compassion for others:</span></b></div>
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With others with a big
heart, <span style="color: blue;"><b>Krishna Goel</b></span> was named one of the 2012 volunteer Care-</div>
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givers of the year
representing from the Central Savannah River CARE-NET (Caregivers
Network) program – a unique volunteer coalition of 12 Georgia
caregiver support organizations across a broad array of illnesses and
disabilities.
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Goel was honored by former
First Lady Rosalynn Carter and the Rosalynn Carter Institute (RCI)
for Caregiving at the 2012 RCI Gala</div>
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Goel is the chair of the
Augusta Chapter of the Georgia Traumatic Brain Injury Support Groups.</div>
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<a href="http://www.rosalynncarter.org/Georgia%20CARE-NET%20Coalition/"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.rosalynncarter.org/Georgia%20CARE-NET%20Coalition/</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.rosalynncarter.org/UserFiles/File/Advocate%20Dec%202012.pdf"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.rosalynncarter.org/UserFiles/File/Advocate%20Dec%202012.pdf</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://vids.gsw.edu/GSW-TV/RCI_25thAnniv_Gala.mp4"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://vids.gsw.edu/GSW-TV/RCI_25thAnniv_Gala.mp4</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.traumaticbraininjurylawyer.com/content/injuries/tbi/support/ga.html"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.traumaticbraininjurylawyer.com/content/injuries/tbi/support/ga.html</span></span></span></a></div>
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An active member of the
Summerville Neighborhood Association, <b><span style="color: blue;">Barbara Stenstrom</span></b> is a longtime
Democratic Party supporter/contributor who has donated/supported
worthy projects like the Lucy Craft Laney Museum, environmental
clean-up and many more community efforts like the daily newspaper's
Empty Stocking Fund plus is a noted cat lover and protector.
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<a href="http://naturalsciencesacademy.org/PDF/AcademyNotes02-2012.pdf"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://naturalsciencesacademy.org/PDF/AcademyNotes02-2012.pdf</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="https://summervilleaugusta.org/publications/files/pubs/post-1998-2-october.pdf"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">https://summervilleaugusta.org/publications/files/pubs/post-1998-2-october.pdf</span></span></span></a><br />
<a href="http://www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com/friends.htm">http://www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com/friends.htm</a><br />
<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1998/06/01/met_229958.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1998/06/01/met_229958.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2005/03/31/met_448945.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2005/03/31/met_448945.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2002/01/20/met_333960.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2002/01/20/met_333960.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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Known for her big heart
for all people and human rights, <b><span style="color: blue;">Gloria Greenbaum</span></b> called out
Republicans for their dirty tricks and meanness while writing letters
to the editor recognizing great community causes like the Good Boys,
Good Men program at Hephzibah High School and bringing culture and
arts to Augusta's (Savannah) Riverfront.</div>
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Gloria Greenbaum was
quoted in a 2000 news story praising Democratic Presidential
candidate Al Gore for making history by naming Sen. Joe Lieberman as
his running mate because he (Lieberman) was the first Jewish
candidate (Lieberman) on a national ticket.</div>
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<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2009/02/17/let_511668.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2009/02/17/let_511668.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2000/08/17/met_295805.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2000/08/17/met_295805.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/opinion/letters/2011-06-10/put-performing-arts-center-river"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/opinion/letters/2011-06-10/put-performing-arts-center-river</span></span></span></a></div>
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<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: blue;">Lydia Forrest
</span></b></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/11/05/met_482296.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/11/05/met_482296.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.nbc26.tv/story/21738565/local-democrats-and-republicans-watch-final-presidential-debate"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.nbc26.tv/story/21738565/local-democrats-and-republicans-watch-final-presidential-debate</span></span></span></a></div>
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<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: blue;">RCDP assistant treasurer
Hilda Phinizy</span></b>, who serves as secretary of the fitness/recreation
Kingston Club, Inc, a Non-Profit Corporation
</div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.richmondcountydemocrats.com/officers.htm"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.richmondcountydemocrats.com/officers.htm</span></span></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><b><span style="color: blue;">Former
RCDP secretary and avid Democrat Michael McCullen</span></b> is a </span></span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">member
of the Augusta Progressive Religious Coalition and co-chairman of the
Augusta Mayors Blue Ribbon Commission on Race relations.</span></span></span></span></i>
</div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">McCullen
works at the </span></span></span></span></span></i><i><a href="http://doctors-hospital.net/our-services/burn-care/josephmstillburncenter/"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Joseph
M. Still Burn Center at Doctors Hospital of Augusta</span></span></span></a></i></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2011-09-08/augusta-state-university-panel-discusses-post-911-world">http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2011-09-08/augusta-state-university-panel-discusses-post-</a><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2011-09-08/augusta-state-university-panel-discusses-post-911-world">911-world</a></span></span></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/michael.mccullen.35"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">https://www.facebook.com/michael.mccullen.35</span></span></span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b><span style="color: blue;">RCDP
voter registration chairperson Betty Frank</span></b> has been actively involved
in </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">National
League of Women Voters and </span></span><a href="http://www.zoominfo.com/c/Georgia-Council-on-Aging/46845360"><span lang="en-US">Georgia
Council on Aging</span></a><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">.</span></span>
</div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">A
retired social worker, Frank received an advocacy award from the
Augusta chapter of the National Association of Social Workers for her
political involvement and leadership role working with groups
including the </span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Central
Savannah River Area (CSRA) Agency on </span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Aging
</span></span></span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">(AAA)</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">,
the League of Women Voters and the Mental Health Association.</span></span></div>
<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
She served as President of
the Augusta Chapter of the National League of Women Voters and as a
deputy registrar with the Richmond County Board of Elections.</div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">She
has been active on many levels on behalf of seniors, veterans and
others including legislative advocate with the CSRA AAA and with the
</span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Coalition</span></span></span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">
for </span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Mental
Health</span></span></span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">
Advocacy.</span></span></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">In
2008, Frank was named Volunteer of the Year by the CSRA AAA</span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">.</span></span></span></i></div>
<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
Frank was honored for her
tireless efforts to bring about positive change for seniors and their
families.</div>
<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
She has worked on the
local, state and national level to promote, support and sponsor
important issues and legislation which have benefited all citizens of
the CSRA.</div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Her
ultimate goal is to ensure that seniors are comfortable and
knowledgeable about how to communicate with their elected officials</span></span></span></span></i></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<i><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2010-03-29/retired-social-workers-be-honored-service"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2010-03-29/retired-social-workers-be-honored-service</span></span></span></span></a></i></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<i><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/09/25/liv_477053.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/09/25/liv_477053.shtml</span></span></span></span></a></i></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<i><a href="http://www.csrardc.org/csra/Newsletters/May2008.pdf"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">http://www.csrardc.org/csra/Newsletters/May2008.pdf</span></span></span></a></i></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/06/01/aik_460437.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/06/01/aik_460437.shtml</span></span></a></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/08/met_99674.shtml"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/08/met_99674.shtml</span></span></span></a></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">RCDP
Treasurer </span></span></span></span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">Elizabeth
</span></span></span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;">"</span></span></span></b></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Liz”
A. Johnson</b></span> has been actively involved in voter registration,
Storyland Theatre, Jesse Norman School of the Arts, Planned
Parenthood, Augusta Choral Society, Augusta Library, the Lydia
Project, Augusta GreenJackets’ Diamond Club, the Sierra Club,
Southea</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">stern
Natural Sciences Academy, Earth Day, and the Sacred Heart Garden
Festival</span></span></span></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://www.augustamagazine.com/Augusta-Magazine/June-July-2012/Life-Begins-at-60/"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span lang="en-US">http://www.augustamagazine.com/Augusta-Magazine/June-July-2012/Life-Begins-at-60/</span></span></a></div>
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<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: blue;">RCDP member Frank Williams</span></b>
has been featured in the news – and is know around Augusta - or his
avid support of Democratic Party
</div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2009/03/20/met_515264.shtml"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2009/03/20/met_515264.shtml</span></a></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/11/05/met_482288.shtml"><span lang="en-US">http://old.chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/11/05/met_482288.shtml</span></a></div>
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<div lang="en-US" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b><span style="color: blue;">RCDP Sgt. Of Arms Alvin
Forrest
</span></b></div>
<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2013-01-21/overlap-martin-luther-king-jr-day-presidential-inauguration-marked-service"><span lang="en-US">http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/metro/2013-01-21/overlap-martin-luther-king-jr-day-presidential-inauguration-marked-service</span></a></div>
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*A message and indictment of the NRA from Greg J. Peterson of Marquette, Michigan, deer hunter, news reporter and a close friend of the creator of this blog- the Rev. Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, Georgia<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I am an avid hunter - and on behalf of the United States of America and its children:</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I indict and make a citizen's arrest of the NRA (as a group and its board of directors and executives) plus U.S. lawmakers represented by Republican Party (GOP) and other U.S. elected officials who are involved in an <span style="color: black;">ongoing crime spree</span> involving the mass murder of children and adults, a mob-like conspiracy, bribery and corruption in public office:</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Count 1:</b></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I accuse and indict the National Rifle Association (NRA) of insidious complicity in <b>mass murder</b> due to its conspiracy of lies.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Count 2:</b></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I indict lawmakers on<b> bribery</b> charges from being influence by the huge pocketbooks of the gun lobby instead of being influence by the blood of children. These lawmakers should go to prison or be sentenced to spend a night in the poor neighborhoods where tragically violence occurs every minute.</span></span><b> </b><br />
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<b>Count 3:</b><br />
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I indict the NRA and GOP and other lawmakers on felony racketeering and conspiracy charges - specifically the<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: black;"> Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO Act).</span></b></span></span><br />
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<b>Counts 4 thru 1,004:</b><br />
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I indict the NRA and U.S. GOP lawmakers (and other unnamed elected-officials) who support NRA lies and/or received money from gun-related groups) on 1,000 Counts of <b>conspiracy to commit murder</b>.<br />
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I demand that federal and state prosecutors immediately arrest the leaders of these groups and lawmakers due to their <b><span style="color: black;">ongoing crime spree</span></b> - as they did in the case of the Illinois Governor.<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The annual deaths of dozens of inner city children by assault weapons is not enough to touch the hearts of the lawmakers who oppose weapon reform.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Due to greed - the NRA continues to deny the impact of these weapons and large clips in all violence including the recent slaughter of young children at a school in Connecticut and other mass shootings.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Whether it be assault weapons, large clips or the ease of access to handguns and ammo, the NRA denial of their culpability in this bloodshed is motivated by large contributions by those who represent gun companies - some secretly - and those who claim to be true sportsman.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Like lambs to a slaughter, America's children are being gunned-down with ease because the NRA has touted its biggest lie - that a ban on assault weapons and large clips will lead to an end to hunting via the collection of normal game-hunting guns used by decent, fair and reasonable hunters.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A real hunter doesn't need a semi-auto with large clips - as 3 to 5 bullets are enough bullets or shells in a fair hunt.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">If you can't hit the prey like deer with your first 3 rounds - you'd better practice your aim.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">If reloading is too much - you are just lazy.</span></span>
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Automatic and semi-automatic weapons are for "spray and pray" - not true elegant target practice. Reloading after 3 bullets for these purposes is easy enough to "practice" your aim.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />What's more gun enthusiasts know this - tho many tout the disingenuous and vile arguments of the NRA that are aimed at protecting those who sell these guns rather than America's children - and for that matter all people.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">One of the dumbest arguments I have recently heard is that we need these weapons in order to overthrow the government.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This is not the 1700s.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I strongly oppose assault weapons and big clips plus easy access to handguns.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Anyone who uses the old greedy and slimy NRA argument that gun laws will eventually result in the taking away of "REAL" hunting weapons is regurgitating rhetoric without thinking for themselves.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Now don't be fooled - these guns laws are needed b<span style="font-size: medium;">ut</span> do not expect overnight miracles - because as like all major issues the road to solutions have many chambers.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A ban on assault weapons and big clips will not instantly stop school and other mass shootings - this make take decades - but its one helluva good start.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">We must pass new gun restrictions.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br />Like a path in a dense forest, we've taken a long walk to arrive at a society with little compassion - and/or being people of goodwill who have become so busy trying to survive that they have little time for others including children.
Even parents who adore their children come home exhausted due to expectations of a bankrupt society where employers expect unreasonable outcomes even by the hardest working and dedicate employees.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">It is sick and sad that it took a mass shooting at a mostly white school - for people to cry and care.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I hope they realize inner city kids of that age get shot every day.</span></span><br />
<br />We need to approach the problem from many trajectories - like parents restricting violent video games that simulate mass shootings - and taking the stigma away from asking for mental health treatment or any kind of emotional help.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Despite and because of electronic era, we do not communicate with each other in meaningful and one-on-one ways.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This lack of interpersonal communication festers when you add in factors like parents with longer hours, lower pay and being required to do the jobs of 3 people.</span></span><br />
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Nearly everyone needs some kind of loving and emotional help in today's whether it be from friends, family or professionals.<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The reasons that any kind of new gun laws will not end hunting and target practice are many - and possibly the biggest is not unlike the NRA's top motivation for aiding and abetting mass murder - and that is money - green - $$$$$$.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">We all know, that all 50 states and the feds make lots of money from hunting licenses and other fees to stop hunting by passing legislation or collect real hunting weapons.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Government depends on this economical boost to their respective and collective treasuries and everything related to tourism.</span></span>
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Gun makers have to get over it - be part of the solution and quitting hiring the NRA to be your vicious hunting dog.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The NRA rhetoric often falls on the ears of people who don't think for themselves or are too afraid to stand up to other hunters who regurgitate the false blather.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I have not missed opening day of firearms deer season - and as long as my health stands I never will.</span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">If the deaths of inner city kids happen in America's white suburbs - I would not have to write this - because lawmakers would have already banned assault weapons and restricted the number of projectiles allowed at any one time in any gun.</span></span><br />
<br /><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/child-research-data-publications/data/protect-children-not-guns-2010-report.pdf" target="_blank">Children's Defense Fund - Protect Children Not Guns 2010 Report </a><br />
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<b>"<i>In the end, we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.</i>" </b><br />
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<a href="http://www.theskanner.com/article/Young-Black-Males-The-Forgotten-Victims-Of-Gun-Violence-2012-12-26" target="_blank" title="Forgotten: Inner City Gun Violence – Black/Minority Children Should Matter:"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">http://www.theskanner.com/article/Young-Black-Males-The-Forgotten-Victims-Of-Gun-Violence-2012-12-26</span></span></span></a><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #c5000b;"> </span></b></span></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_violence_in_the_United_States" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page on Gun Violence:"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_violence_in_the_United_States</span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/12/05/creepy-fox-news-host-giggles-during-talk-about-shooting-deaths-of-inner-city-teens" target="_blank" title="Story of Sick Person on Sick Network That Promotes Right Wing Arrogance and Lack of Compassion:"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/12/05/creepy-fox-news-host-giggles-during-talk-about-shooting-deaths-of-inner-city-teens</span></span></span></a>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/dont-let-nra-hold-country-hostage-gun-control/LrncYgsT" target="_blank" title="Don’t Let The NRA Hold This Country Hostage Over Gun Control:"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/dont-let-nra-hold-country-hostage-gun-control/LrncYgsT</span></span></a></span>
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<span style="color: #c5000b;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Gun photo credits:</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Smith and Wesson Model 60 .38 Special revolver with a 3-inch barre photo by Wikipedia username Dori</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">ATF inspector at a federally licensed gun dealer in ATF photo via Wikipedia</span></span></span>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="color: blue;">Civil Rights Icon Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery is the Keynote Speaker for the 2013 Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration in Augusta, GA sponsored by the Progressive Religious Coalition of Augusta</span><br /><br />"Why Dr. King Still Matters"</b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><br />The 2013 annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration in Augusta, GA will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 (Music begins at 6:45 PM) at the First Baptist Church of Augusta, GA (3500 Walton Way).<br /><br />"Keeping the Dream Alive"<br /> </b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>The 2013 Keynote Speaker is Georgia civil rights legend Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery, the 91-year-old human rights legend is affectionately Known as “The Dean of the Civil Rights Movement.”</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Among many honors and duties, Dr. Lowery is Chair Emeritus of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Convener & Founder of the Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.<br /><br />Join the CSRA interfaith community for music and for words of hope and challenge (A reception follows).<br /><br />The annual MLK observance is an Interfaith Service offered by the Progressive Religious Coalition of Augusta</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="color: blue;">Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery:</span><br /><br />The Joseph E. Lowery Institute for Justice and Human Rights at Clark Atlanta University<br />http://www.loweryinstitute.org<br /><br />The Joseph E. Lowery Institute for Justice and Human Rights at Clark Atlanta University<br />P.O. Box 92801<br />Atlanta, GA<br />30314<br /><br />www.loweryinstitute.org<br />1-404-524-8406 (Office)<br />1-404-524-8408 (fax)<br />mwomack@loweryinstitute.org<br /><br />Mission To Malawi: A Teen-To-Teen Aids Education Program<br />http://www.loweryinstitute.org/malawi.html<br /><br />Lowery Mentoring Initiative: Becoming Agents of Change Program Overview<br />http://www.loweryinstitute.org/mentoring.html<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery, SCLC president (1977-1997)<br /><br />SCLC on Wikipedia:<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Southern_Christian_Leadership_Conference<br /><br />SCLC on Facebook:<br />http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southern-Christian-Leadership-Conference/108029119218154<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery on Wikipedia<br />http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Lowery<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery: The Fight for Racial Equality<br />http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/01/prweb4966344.htm<br /><br />The Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC):<br />http://www.sclcnational.org<br /><br />Dr. Joseph Lowery delivers Inauguration Benediction for Barack Obama<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pEH37JIgBU<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery at Coretta Scott King Funeral<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3j9ltp1qM8<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery at Rosa Parks Funeral<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yBwjrUhmdI<br /><br />Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery Lithonia, GA Feb. 2006 includes Coretta Scott King Funeral<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAPazgULt-k<br /><br />A Delta Salute To The “Dean of the Civil Rights Movement” Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery: A Human Rights Icon<br />http://blog.delta.com/2010/06/10/a-delta-salute-to-the-%E2%80%98dean-of-the-civil-rights-movement%E2%80%99-dr-joseph-lowery-a-human-rights-icon </b></span><br />
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<b>Date</b>: Thursday, October 11, 2012<br />
<b>Time</b>: 1pm EST<br />
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Voting is both a fundamental right and a civic duty.<br />
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However there remains one significant blanket barrier to the franchise: <b>5.85 million American citizens are not allowed to vote because of a criminal conviction</b>.<br />
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As many as 4.4 million of these people live, work, and raise families in our communities, but because of a conviction in their past they are still denied the right to vote.<br />
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Felony disenfranchisement laws in the United States are deeply rooted in the troubled history of American race relations, and the disproportionate racial impact of these laws continues to this day.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Nationwide, 13% of African-American men have lost the right to vote, a rate that is seven times the national average</b>.
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<b>Given current rates of incarceration, three in ten of the next generation of African-American men across the country can expect to lose the right to vote at some point in their lifetime - <i>Brennan Center for Justice</i></b></blockquote>
<b>Show</b>: <a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/svs/2012/10/11/restoring-the-vote-to-ex-offenders-1" target="_blank"><b>Restoring Democracy - Voting After a Criminal Conviction</b></a> with Andrea Miller and Rev. Terence Dicks<br />
<b>Date</b>: Thursday, October 11, 2012<br />
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Our guests work to assist people with convictions in their past to regain their citizenship through restoration of their voting rights:<br />
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Ms. Pérez works on a variety of voting rights related issues, including redistricting, voter registration list maintenance, and access to the ballot box.<br />
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Prior to joining the Center, Ms. Pérez was the Civil Rights Fellow at Relman & Dane, a civil rights law firm in Washington, D.C.<br />
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Ms. Pérez graduated from Columbia Law School in 2003, where she was a Lowenstein Public Interest Fellow.<br />
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Following law school, Ms. Pérez clerked for the Honorable Anita B. Brody of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and for the Honorable Julio M. Fuentes of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.<br />
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Ms. Pérez earned her undergraduate degree in Political Science from Yale University in 1996.<br />
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She obtained a masters degree in public policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government in 1998, where she was the recipient of the Robert F. Kennedy Award for Excellence in Public Service.<br />
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Prior to law school, she was a Presidential Management Fellow, serving
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where she covered a range of issues including housing and health care.
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<b>Kemba Smith – Kemba Smith Foundation/Voting Rights Advocate</b><br />
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In Oct. 2012, Kemba Smith got her voting rights restored after a long struggle.
She is a national motivational speaker, author, and criminal justice advocate.
She was sentenced to 24.5 years in prison for conspiracy to participate in her boyfriend's drug activities.<br />
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At the age of 24, Kemba Smith paid the price for loyalty, dearly.<br />
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In 1994, after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute crack cocaine for her boyfriend's drug activities, Kemba, 7 months pregnant at the time, was sentenced to 24.5 years in prison with no possibility of parole.<br />
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Although Kemba had no prior criminal record, mandatory minimum sentencing laws have made her and an increasing number of women casualties of excessive punishments that do not fit their crimes.<br />
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Kemba, raised in a protective, middle-class community near Richmond, Virginia, had spent the previous four years in an abusive relationship with Peter Hall.<br />
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In 1989, Kemba had met Hall as a 19-year-old sophomore at Hampton University.<br />
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He was eight years her senior and unbeknown to Kemba, the leader in a $4 million crack cocaine ring and one of the FBI 15 Most Wanted.<br />
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Their relationship was a tumultuous one. Kemba would end up making several unsuccessful attempts to leave Hall who abused her physically and emotionally.<br />
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When Hall was discovered murdered, the government held Kemba accountable for the total amount of the drugs in his drug conspiracy charge.<br />
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Edgardo Cortés serves as the Director of the Virginia Voting Rights Restoration Campaign for Advancement Project.<br />
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He has worked in elections for more than 10 years, with experience in all facets of the electoral process including campaigns, non-partisan voter registration, federal election policy, and local and state election administration.<br />
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Prior to joining Advancement Project, he worked for the Virginia State Board of Elections where he was responsible for updating the state’s Help America Vote Act state plan and Voting System Certification program.<br />
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He has previously served as General Registrar for Fairfax County, Virginia, responsible for administering elections in the largest county in Virginia.<br />
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Edgardo also worked for the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), serving as the Grants Director and as Deputy Director for Policy.<br />
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He was responsible for all federal policy related to the National Voter Registration Act and spearheaded the creation of the EAC’s Language Accessibility Program.<br />
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Edgardo has managed national non-partisan voter registration drives and Congressional field campaigns.<br />
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Edgardo holds a Bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and a Masters degree in political management from the George Washington University.<br />
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He lives in Springfield, Virginia with his wife and son.
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<b>Linwood Christian - Restoration Activist</b><br />
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Like thousands of African-American men, Linwood had a previous drug conviction. When he applied to have his rights restored in Virginia, he was denied because of moving violations.<br />
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After waiting two years, he again applied only to be told by the Commonwealth to "<b>write an essay and describe his church activities</b>.”<br />
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Linwood joined other PDA activists in Washington, DC where we hand-delivered a copy of the "church activities" letter to every Virginia Congress member.<br />
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A few days later Virginia announced a new and improved streamlined procedure for restoration of voting rights.<br />
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Linwood has regained his voting rights and continues to help other community members restore their voting rights.<br />
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PDA is supported solely by our members; please consider donating to PDA so that we can continue to provide this type of programming.<br />
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If you missed our last show, <b>Voter Suppression - What's Happening In Your State and What You Can Do About It</b>, <b><a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/svs/2012/10/04/voter-suppression--whats-happening-in-your-state" target="_blank" title="PDA Voter Suppression show #1 - What's Happening In Your State and What You Can Do About It:">you can listen to it here</a> or view it here:</b><br />
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<b>Voter suppression and racism thrives in America but we can fight this machine by registering to vote, voting early and fighting Voter ID laws (scroll down to read story).</b>
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<span style="color: blue;">Deputy Field Director, Progressive Democrats of America (PDA)</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Guests:</span></b></h2>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Sara Mullen</b>, Assoc. Dir. of the ACLU of Pennsylvania and <b>Chris Melody Fields</b>, Election Protection Coordinator for the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law</span></h4>
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<b><br />Sara Mullen</b> started in 1997 as a volunteer in the ACLU of PA Pittsburgh office.<br />
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She joined the staff as the office manager in Jan. 1998 and became Asst. Dir. of the Pittsburgh Chapter in 2000.<br />
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Mullen transferred to the Philadelphia office in Nov. 2002 and currently heads the Community Organizing Dept. and oversees the communications program.<br />
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She received her BA in Middle Eastern History from the University of Chicago in 1993.<br />
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Mullen previously worked in academic publishing.<br />
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<b>Chris M. Fields</b> is campaign manager for the Lawyers' Committee Election Protection program coordinating coalition efforts to inform voters about their rights and that every vote is counted.<br />
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Prior to joining the Lawyers' Committee in Dec. 2011, Fields worked in the govt. affairs div. for a biological resource center on the global health/biosecurity agenda.<br />
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Fields spent two years as Outreach Dir. for Common Cause advancing the democracy reform agenda and fighting for the Fair Elections Now Act that would create publicly financed campaigns for Congress.<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Voter Registration Deadlines</span></b>
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<a href="https://register2.rockthevote.com/registrants/map" target="_blank" title="Select your state on Rock the Vote:"><b><span style="color: blue;">Select your state on Rock the Vote</span></b></a>
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<a href="http://www.aclupa.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU of Pennsylvania:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1888" height="114" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/aclu-pa-logo.gif" title="ACLU PA Logo" width="250" /></a><b><span style="color: blue;"> </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.aclupa.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU of Pennsylvania:">ACLU of Pennsylvania</a>: Defending liberty where it began:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;">Voting Assistance:</span></h2>
<a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/" target="_blank" title="Election Protection Hotline - 1-866-OUR-VOTE:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2019" height="87" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/866ourvote-banner.jpg" title="866OurVote Banner" width="640" /></a>
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<a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/" target="_blank" title="Election Protection Hotline - 1-866-OUR-VOTE:"><b><span style="color: blue;">866OurVote</span></b></a>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/" target="_blank" title="The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1933" height="132" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/the-lawyers-committee-for-civil-rights-under-law-banner-2.jpg" title="The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Banner #2" width="640" /></a>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/"><span style="color: blue;">The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law</span></a>:</span></b>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights" target="_blank" title="Voting Rights project at the The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law:">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights</a></address>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042" target="_blank" title="Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1931" height="260" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/the-lawyers-committee-for-civil-rights-map-of-shame.jpg?w=300" title="The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Map of Shame" width="300" /></a></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042" target="_blank" title="Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker"><span style="color: blue;">Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation</span></a>:</span>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117" target="_blank" title="Resources to Combat Voter Suppression Efforts">Combat Voter Suppression</a>:</address>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117" target="_blank" title="Resources to Combat Voter Suppression Efforts:">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117</a></address>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0123" target="_blank" title="Voting Right's page of at the The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law:">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0123</a></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0024" title="Voting Laws We Enforce"><span style="color: blue;">Voting Laws We Enforce</span></a>:</span>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/section_5/" title="Voting Rights Act: Objections and Observers Searchable Index">Voting Rights Act: Objections/Observers Search Index</a></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0025" title="Voting Rights Litigation"><span style="color: blue;">Voting Rights Litigation</span></a>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/" title="Election Protection & Electoral Reform"><span style="color: blue;">Election Protection/Electoral Reform</span></a>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0046" title="Voter Identification - Stories and Consequences"><span style="color: blue;">Voter ID Stories and Consequences</span></a>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0027" title="Publications, Testimony & Other Documents"><span style="color: blue;">Publications/Testimony/Other Documents</span></a>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;">Election Protection Smartphone App.:</span>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/fiftieth" target="_blank" title="Grand Marshal of The Lawyer’s Committee 50th Anniversary Campaign and National Advisory Commission is veteran civil rights leader GA Rep. John Lewis:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1930" height="429" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/rep-john-lewis-grand-marshal-lawyers_-committee-for-civil-rights-50th-2.jpg" title="Rep. John Lewis, Grand Marshal Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights 50th #2" width="621" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Grand Marshal of <span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Lawyer’s Committee</span> 50th Anniversary Campaign and National Advisory Commission is veteran civil rights leader GA <a href="http://johnlewis.house.gov/john-lewis/biography" target="_blank" title="Biography about Georgia U.S. Rep. John Lewis:"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. John Lewis</span></a>:</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Maps to find out your state’s voting rights and voter suppression information:</span></b></h2>
<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.aclu.org/know-your-voting-rights-state-state-voter-information"><span style="color: blue;">ACLU Map</span></a>:</span></b>
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042" target="_blank" title="Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1928" height="453" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/map-of-shame.jpg" title="MAP of Shame" width="640" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042" target="_blank" title="Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker"><span style="color: blue;">Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker</span></a>:</span></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.costoffreedom.info/"><span style="color: blue;">Cost of Freedom Map</span></a>:</span></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state"><span style="color: blue;">Election Protection Coalition Map</span></a>:</span></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Non-Profit Vote Definitions of Felon/Ex-Felon by State</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Voting Rights for ex-felons is the issue discussed at 1 p.m. on Thurs., Oct. 11, 2012 for “<a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/andreamiller1" target="_blank" title="“OneNation – Protecting the Vote” with Andrea Miller on Blog Talk Radio">OneNation – Protecting the Vote</a>” with Andrea Miller on Blog Talk Radio - in the second in a series of shows on Voter Suppression by the Progressive Democrats of America. Co-hosts include Terence Dicks, Greg Peterson and others.</b>
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(Across the USA) – <a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression">Voter Suppression</a> in the 2012 Elections will be the topic of the first six weekly Blog Talk Radio shows entitled “One Nation” in an ongoing effort by the <a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/">Progressive Democrats of America</a> to explain voting rights and laws that differ widely across America and may hinder millions of voters from casting ballots specially minorities, the elderly and students.<br />
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The weekly <a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/andreamiller1" target="_blank">“One Nation” with Andrea Miller</a> online broadcast is live each Thursday at 1 p.m.
Producers hope the show will evolve into a daily broadcast in 2013.<br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/andrea-miller-virginia-pda-winslow-az-feb-2012-58.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1951" height="300" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/andrea-miller-virginia-pda-winslow-az-feb-2012-58.jpg?w=202" title="Andrea Miller Virginia PDA Winslow, AZ Feb 2012 (58)" width="202" /></a>A longtime progressive activist, Miller is the deputy field director for the <a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/" target="_blank" title="Progressive Democrats of America">Progressive Democrats of America</a> (<a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/" target="_blank" title="News Sources and Blog for Progressive Democrats of America">PDA</a>).
Miller believes Voter Suppression efforts are a vicious attack on the American People and the U.S. Constitution.<br />
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“Purely southern issues that have now become issues literally throughout the country,” Miller said. “A lot of those (voting rights) battles that people fought in the 1960s and the early 70s” are being fought in 2012.<br />
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“We were pretty sure we fought it, we won it, it’s over, it’s done,” Miller said of voting rights.<br />
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“Now we are seeing some of those same struggles come back in places like Maine, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania and in places where we never thought we’d be dealing with issues like voting rights and Voter Suppression,” Miller said.<br />
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“Now we are seeing voter struggles in cities and states.”<br />
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During the “One Nation” <a href="http://www.aclu.org/voter-suppression-america">Voter Suppression</a> shows the guests will explain how Republicans and right-wing groups hatched plans to <a href="http://www.costoffreedom.info/">inhibit voting rights</a>.<br />
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Because <a href="http://www.naacp.org/blog/entry/the-fight-against-voter-suppression-in-pennsylvania">Voter Suppression laws vary widely</a>, the guests will tell listeners how to <a href="http://www.aclu.org/know-your-voting-rights-state-state-voter-information">find out about the voting laws</a> in your state and how you can protect your <a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042">right to vote</a>.<br />
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“As Progressives, its sounds like we have a very good opportunity to here to inform the public how to fight and overcome voter suppression,” Miller said.<br />
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Producers hope everyone interested in <a href="http://lcc.aflcio.org/conferences/teleconferences/electionandvoterprotection/votersuppressionandvoteridlaws.pdf">Voter Suppression</a> will embed the shows on their websites and pass along the information to as many prospective voters as possible because in <a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state">many states deadlines</a> are fast approaching involving Voter ID cards and allowing <a href="http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html">felons to vote</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.blogtalkradio.com/">Blog Talk Radio</a> offers dozens of user-friendly ways the shows can be shared and repeated on most social sites, blogs and websites.<br />
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“We need to encourage people to vote early so if there are any problems you can make sure you can vote in your county,” Miller said “College IDs – and other forms of identification – may not be considered legal as a voter ID.”<br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/rev-terence-a-dicks-headshot-1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1952" height="300" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/rev-terence-a-dicks-headshot-1.jpg?w=256" title="Rev. Terence A. Dicks Headshot (1)" width="256" /></a>Americans need to know who is making decisions for us - and fight to oust those who trample our rights,” said civil rights activist Rev. Terence A. Dicks, a resident of Augusta, Georgia since 1966.<br />
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Television and the internet tend to memorize people resulting in a lack of community involvement, Dicks said.<br />
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“There comes a time when you have to get off the laptops – get off the internet – and get out in your community and find out what is going on,” said Dicks, PDA Southern Regional Organizer and PDA State of Georgia Coordinator.<br />
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“You have got to find out who is making the decisions for you because that’s the key” to fight those who are taking away your rights, Dicks said.<br />
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“Because the people you think are looking out for you – really aren’t,” he said. Until recent years, Progressives “have had a tendency to be quiet and go along.”<br />
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PDA members believe that with numerous right-wing organizations and Republican lawmakers taking away our liberties, this is the most important time for Progressives and undecided voters to pay attention to our constitutional rights since before the ratification of the <b><span style="color: blue;">Voting Rights Act 1965</span></b>.<br />
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Voter Suppression is the modern-day disenfranchisement of our rights – being orchestrated by the some of the same people responsible for the collapse of the American and world economies.<br />
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“You have a very polarized electorate and Congress,” Dicks said.<br />
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Right-wing interests “want the country to go in a certain direction – especially economically,” Dicks said adding Progressives much ask “who is setting the regulations, who is guarding the hen-house, who is making the laws?”<br />
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“It takes a relatively few votes for certain things to go a certain way,” he said, adding he believes Progressives are the majority yet are not doing enough to take on those who caused the collapse of Wall Street.<br />
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“The stakes of so high economically, people are anxious.”<br />
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“Because of social issues, you have a very vocal minority who doesn’t feel a lot of the people in the lower and middle income brackets – know what they are talking about,” Dicks said.<br />
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Back in the 70s, “Dick Nixon and those guys talked about a silent majority – and today I suspect Progressive thinkers are in the majority but I also know we have been very silent,” Dicks said.<br />
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“Only since 2006 have we started coming into our own as Progressives."<br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/voter-id-reminder-2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1926" height="300" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/voter-id-reminder-2.jpg?w=231" title="Voter ID reminder 2" width="231" /></a>Republicans and right-wing interests “have invested so much money and sunk a lot into these elections – as far as being able to get state, federal and local contracts,” said Dicks, who believes the right-wing blame Pres. Obama rhetoric has been exposed as lies recognized by undecided voters.<br />
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“People in the middle “are not just listening to what people are saying – they are also watching what they are doing,” he said, because the middle and low-income families have lost pensions, investments and property.<br />
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“It hurts you when you can’t go to the bank and get the loan to start that business, or if you are a family farm and want to look at organic farming,” Dicks said.<br />
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“You just can’t go into your local banks anymore and get what you need.”
“You can’t put your kids through college – there are just so many things you cannot do now in the wake of a deregulated financial system,” Dicks said.<br />
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The 2012 Presidential Election battleground states are <a href="http://www.acluga.org/">Georgia</a>, <a href="http://www.aclufl.org/">Florida</a>, <a href="http://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/">North Carolina</a>, <a href="http://www.acluva.org/">Virginia</a>.<br />
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Convicted felons have a lifelong voting ban in Kentucky, Virginia, Iowa and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florida" title="Florida">Florida</a> (most punitive law).
Except Maine and Vermont, every state prohibits felons from voting while in prison, according to experts.<br />
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In 38 states and the District of Columbia, most ex-felons automatically gain the right to vote upon the completion of their sentence.<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/08/felon-voting-rights_n_1924535.html" id="link-4" target="_blank" title="States Deny Millions Of Ex-Felons Voting Rights"><span style="color: blue;">States Deny Millions Of Ex-Felons Voting Rights</span></a><span style="color: blue;"> by </span></span></b><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/trymaine-lee" rel="author">Trymaine Lee </a>10/08/2012</h3>
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In some states the process of re-registering to vote often is difficult and rules vary – for example:<br />
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Ex-felons must wait for a certain period of time after the completion of their sentence before rights can be restored – while in some states ex-felons must apply to have voting rights restored.<br />
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Voter Suppression may result in 700,000 minority voters under age 30 being unable to cast a ballot in November 2012 because of Photo ID laws in certain states, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Chicago and Washington University in St. Louis.<br />
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According to a Sept. 12, 2012 <a href="http://news.yahoo.com/study-id-laws-could-trip-young-minority-voters-065003258--election.html">Associated Press story about the study</a> by Sonya Ross the <a href="http://mediamatters.org/research/2012/09/10/research-backs-up-voter-suppression-claims-but/189823">new photo requirements</a> potentially could turn away:<br />
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<li><b><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">170,000 to 475,000 young black voters</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">68,000 to 250,000 young Hispanic voters</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">13,000 to 46,000 young Asian-American voters</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">1,700 to 6,400 young Native American voters</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">700 to 2,700 young Pacific Islander voters</span></b></li>
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The <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/">Brennan Center for Justice</a> has been <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/tracking_voter_suppression_in_the_2012_elections">Tracking Voter Suppression in the 2012 Elections</a>.<br />
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“Since 2011, there has been a surge in suppressive voting laws, with 24 laws and executive actions passing in 17 states,” according to the <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/">Brennan Center for Justice</a> reports on <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/2012_summary_of_voting_law_changes">Voting Law Changes</a>, <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/.../ballot_security_and_voter_suppression">Voter Suppression and Ballot Security</a>.<br />
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“These laws could make it harder for millions of voters — particularly minorities, immigrants, the elderly, and the young — to cast ballots in the 2012 elections.”<br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/progressive-dems-of-ga-6.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1953" height="300" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/progressive-dems-of-ga-6.jpg?w=258" title="Progressive Dems of GA (6)" width="258" /></a>In Georgia, “we are starting to build up a network of Progressives,” said Dicks, who has organized 10 PDA chapters across Georgia.<br />
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“We do the traditional voter registration and we are ramping up our 2012 Election Protection act,” Dicks said.<br />
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Dicks said the voter information activities include educating the electorate about new Georgia Voter ID Laws, training poll monitors and watchers, providing felons with complicated voting rights information, and receiving voter suppression help from the ACLU, Dicks said.<br />
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“We are getting our poll monitors in place,” Dicks said, adding that residents must have two forms of ID when voting.<br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-sampler-voter-id-2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2033" height="284" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-sampler-voter-id-2.jpg" title="GA Sampler Voter ID 2" width="245" /></a> Georgia voter registration cards are issued and the information on those cards must exactly match a resident’s state voter ID cards with their photos or their driver’s license.<br />
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Georgia residents who do not have driver’s licenses must pay for their official state ID cards or apply for a free Voter ID card, Dicks said.<br />
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A state of Georgia website lists acceptable forms of ID needed to receive an official voter ID card – and that list doesn’t include college or school IDs.<br />
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Estimates on how many Georgia voters will be unable to cast ballots because of the Voter ID laws range from 10 percent to “significant,” according to studies.
“It’s more than we are comfortable with,” Dicks said.<br />
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Georgia organizations providing updated information on the state ID cards and voter suppression include the <a href="http://www.acluga.org/">ACLU of Georgia</a>, <a href="http://www.naacpga.org/">Georgia State Conference of the NAACP</a>, the <a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/">Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice</a>, and the <a href="http://www.gcpagenda.org/">Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda</a>.<br />
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The 2012 <a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/initiatives/election/">Election Protection Project</a> is organized by the <a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/">Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice</a> working jointly with the <a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights" target="_blank">Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law</a> and spearheaded by Georgia Appleseed Board Liaison <a href="http://www.sutherland.com/judy_obrien" target="_blank">Judy O'Brien</a>.<br />
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Dicks said he loves the beauty of the south but the people are often slow to change.<br />
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“What makes it (the south) different is that it is a very traditional place,” Dicks said. “The pace here has always been relatively slow, very traditional and very measured.”<br />
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Some old-time Southerners are not in a rush to stop Voter Suppression because they believe “there ‘ain’t nothing wrong’ with it” and have a “let’s not fix it – way of doing things,” Dicks said.<br />
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“From a historic standpoint no other part of the country came under the Voting Rights Act of 1965 – or were under the scrutiny of the U.S. Justice Department – or so directly affected by the courts – as much as the southeast because it had been a 100-year intergenerational struggle from 1865 to 1965,” he said.<br />
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However, some who believe in a new and modern south are taking action.<br />
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“You have people weighing in, people going to meetings, people getting involved,” Dicks said.<br />
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After 9-11 “some activists temporarily were quiet and rallied behind the President – then came strong anti-war feeling while supporting the troops and promoting peace,” he said.<br />
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Progressives started rallying after the 2000 Bush v. Gore Presidential Race debacle and then again after the 2004 Kerry/Edwards Presidential Race, Dicks said.<br />
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Progressives and people in the middle “slowly started waking up and really paying attention,” Dicks said.<br />
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Progressives have “started getting more serious” about fighting Republican and right-wing control of American rights and lives.<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">The 2012 Elections will go down as one of the biggest examples of voter suppression since the civil rights days, according to several reports.</span></b>
<b><span style="color: blue;">However we can fight Voter Suppression by all vote early or go to the polls to cast our ballots.</span></b></h3>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/" target="_blank" title="Brennan Center for Justice:"><span style="color: blue;">Brennan Center for Justice</span></a> report on <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012" target="_blank" title="Brennan Center for Justice Voting Law Changes in 2012 Publications. By Wendy R. Weiser and Lawrence Norden 10/03/11:">2012 Voting Law Changes</a> By Wendy R. Weiser and Lawrence Norden, 10/03/11</span></b>
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State governments across the country <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012/">enacted an array of new laws</a> that could make it significantly harder for as many as 5 million eligible Americans to vote.<br />
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Some states require voters to show government-issued photo identification, often of a type that as many as <a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/citizens_without_proof_a_survey_of_americans_possession_of_documentary_proo/">one in ten voters do not have</a>.<br />
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Other states have cut back on early voting, a hugely popular innovation used by millions of Americans. Still others made it much more difficult for citizens to register to vote, a prerequisite for voting.
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<li>Restrictive voter identification policies - especially those that require state-issued photo ID cards - threaten to exclude millions of eligible voters</li>
<li>As many as 10% of eligible voters do not have, and will not get, the documents required by strict voter ID laws. For some groups, the percentage is much higher</li>
<li>ID requirements fall hardest on people who have traditionally faced barriers at the polls.</li>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">More info on a study into how Voter Suppression will have a backlash on minority voters in November 2012:</span></b><br />
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Study: ID laws could trip up young minority voters by Sonya Ross (Associated Press) Wed., Sept. 12, 2012
<a href="http://news.yahoo.com/study-id-laws-could-trip-young-minority-voters-065003258--election.html">http://news.yahoo.com/study-id-laws-could-trip-young-minority-voters-065003258--election.html</a><br />
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As many as 700,000 minority voters under age 30 may be unable to cast a ballot in November 2012 because of photo ID laws in certain states, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Chicago and Washington University in St. Louis.<br />
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The lower turnout could affect several House races as well as the tight presidential contest.<br />
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The study was conducted by Cathy Cohen, a University of Chicago expert on young and minority voters, and by Jon Rogowski of Washington University.<br />
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The analysis by Cohen and Rogowski was released in Sept. 2012 by the <a href="http://www.blackyouthproject.com/" target="_blank" title="Chicago-based Black Youth Project:">Chicago-based Black Youth Project</a>, a nonpartisan effort launched in 2004 to examine the political participation of African-Americans aged 15 to 25.<br />
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Other study findings include:<br />
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Changes in Florida's voting laws could leave more than 100,000 young minority voters unable to vote — far more than the 537-vote margin of victory for George W. Bush in the contested 2000 presidential election.<br />
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If Pennsylvania's photo ID law is upheld by the state Supreme Court, 37,000 to 44,000 young voters of color may stay home, or be unable to vote.<br />
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In Georgia, photo ID requirements could prevent a "significant number" of the 275,000 black and Latino residents of the redrawn 12th Congressional District from voting.<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.aclu.org/affiliates" target="_blank" title="Affiliates of the ACLU:">2012 Presidential Election battleground</a> states are <a href="http://www.acluga.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU Georgia homepage:">Georgia</a>, <a href="http://www.aclufl.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU Florida:">Florida</a>, <a href="http://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU North Carolina:">North Carolina</a>, <a href="http://www.acluva.org/" target="_blank" title="ACLU Virginia:">Virginia</a>:</b>
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<a href="http://www.acluga.org/" target="_blank">http://www.acluga.org</a></address>
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<b><a href="http://www.naacp.org/" target="_blank" title="NAACP home page:">NAACP</a>:</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.naacp.org/press/entry/vice-president-joe-biden-addresses-voter-suppression-at-103rd-naacp-an">http://www.naacp.org/press/entry/vice-president-joe-biden-addresses-voter-suppression-at-103rd-naacp-an</a></address>
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<a href="http://www.theroot.com/buzz/naacp-launches-voter-registration-initiative">http://www.theroot.com/buzz/naacp-launches-voter-registration-initiative</a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/" target="_blank" title="Brennan Center for Justice:"><span style="color: blue;">Brennan Center for Justice</span></a>:</span></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/pennsylvania_voter_id_law_returned_to_lower_court"><span style="color: blue;">Pennsylvania voters scored a clear victory as Voter ID Law Returned to Lower Court</span></a></span></b>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/pennsylvania_voter_id_law_returned_to_lower_court">http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/pennsylvania_voter_id_law_returned_to_lower_court</a></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/map-voter-restrictions-brennan.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2003" height="485" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/map-voter-restrictions-brennan.jpg" title="Map Voter Restrictions Brennan" width="640" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012"><span style="color: blue;">Voting Law Changes in 2012</span></a> By Wendy R. Weiser and Lawrence Norden</span></b>
<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012">http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012</a><br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/brenan-va-id-ruling.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-1998" height="391" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/brenan-va-id-ruling.jpg" title="Brenan VA ID Ruling" width="461" /></a><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="color: blue;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/tracking_voter_suppression_in_the_2012_elections" target="_blank" title="Tracking Voter Suppression in the 2012 Elections:"><span style="color: blue;">Tracking Voter Suppression in the 2012 Elections</span></a>:</span></b><br />
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Since 2011, there has been a surge in suppressive voting laws, with 24 laws and executive actions passing in 17 states.<br />
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These laws could make it harder for millions of voters — particularly minorities, immigrants, the elderly, and the young — to cast ballots in the 2012 elections:<br />
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/ballot_security_and_voter_suppression/" target="_blank" title="Brennan Center for Justice report on Ballot Security and Voter Suppression: (8-29-12):">Brennan Center for Justice report on Ballot Security and Voter Suppression</a>: (8-29-12)</address>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/2012_summary_of_voting_law_changes">Summary of proposed voting cutback bills and the legislation passed since the start of 2011</a></address>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/2012_summary_of_voting_law_changes">http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/2012_summary_of_voting_law_changes</a></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/page/-/Democracy/VRE/Brennan_Voting_Law_V10.pdf" target="_blank" title="Download report on voting laws"><span style="color: blue;">Download the Report</span></a></span> (PDF)</address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/2012_summary_of_voting_law_changes/" target="_blank" title="Read Voting Law Changes Summary including update on 9-7-12"><span style="color: blue;">Read Voting Law Changes Summary</span></a></span> including update on 9-7-12</address>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/page/-/Democracy/VRE/Roundup_Appendix.pdf" target="_blank" title="Download the 2011 Appendix, compilation of vote-suppressing legislation proposed in 2011:">Download the 2011 Appendix</a>, compilation of vote-suppressing legislation proposed in 2011</address>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/page/-/Democracy/VRE/Voting%20Law%20Changes%20in%202012%20Fact%20Sheet%20Four%20Pages%20Separate.pdf" target="_blank" title="Download the Overview, four-page summary with key findings - Voter Suppression Legislation">Download the Overview</a>, four-page summary with key findings.</address>
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<a href="http://www.brennancenter.org/content/resource/voting_law_changes_in_2012/#summ" target="_blank" title="Read the Executive Summary on Voter Suppression Legislation">Read the Executive Summary</a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Stop Voter Suppression efforts:</span></b></h2>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression" target="_blank" title="Stop Voter Suppression efforts:at PDA Community:"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.aclu.org/voter-suppression-america" target="_blank" title="ACLU Voter Suppression PAGE:"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.aclu.org/voter-suppression-america</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.naacp.org/blog/entry/the-fight-against-voter-suppression-in-pennsylvania" target="_blank" title="NAACP info on fighting Voter Suppression in Pennsylvania:"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.naacp.org/blog/entry/the-fight-against-voter-suppression-in-pennsylvania</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://lcc.aflcio.org/conferences/teleconferences/electionandvoterprotection/votersuppressionandvoteridlaws.pdf" target="_blank" title="Voter ID Teleconference and info:"><span style="color: blue;">http://lcc.aflcio.org/conferences/teleconferences/electionandvoterprotection/votersuppressionandvoteridlaws.pdf</span></a></span></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Felon Disenfranchisement:</span></b><br />
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Convicted felons have a lifelong voting ban in Kentucky, Virginia, Iowa and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florida" title="Florida">Florida</a> (most punitive law).
Except Maine and Vermont, every state prohibits felons from voting while in prison.<br />
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In 38 states and the District of Columbia, most ex-felons automatically gain the right to vote upon the completion of their sentence.<br />
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In some states the process of re-registering to vote often is difficult and rules vary – for example:<br />
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Ex-felons must wait for a certain period of time after the completion of their sentence before rights can be restored.<br />
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Ex-felons must apply to have voting rights restored<br />
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<b>Examples of minority voter information:</b><br />
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Study: ID laws could trip up young minority voters by Sonya Ross (Associated Press) Wed., Sept. 12, 2012<br />
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Some 700,000 minority voters under age 30 may be unable to cast a ballot in November 2012 because of photo ID laws in certain states<br />
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<a href="http://news.yahoo.com/study-id-laws-could-trip-young-minority-voters-065003258--election.html">http://news.yahoo.com/study-id-laws-could-trip-young-minority-voters-065003258--election.html</a><br />
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Nonpartisan <a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/">Election Protection</a> coalition was formed to ensure that all voters have an equal opportunity to participate in the political process – includes “866 Our Vote” hotlines:<br />
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1-866-OUR-VOTE (administered by the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law)<br />
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1-888-Ve-Y-Vota (administered by the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Education Fund)<br />
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<a href="http://www.voxxi.com/voter-id-laws-integrity-suppression/" title="Permalink to Voter ID laws: Voter integrity or voter suppression?">Voter ID laws: Voter integrity or voter suppression?</a> by <a href="http://www.voxxi.com/author/hispanic-link-news-service/">Hispanic Link News Service</a>/<a href="http://www.voxxi.com/politics/election-2012/" title="View all posts in Election 2012">Election 2012</a> Sept. 19, 2012 on VOXXI is an independent voice for Hispanic America<br />
<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.voxxi.com/voter-id-laws-integrity-suppression"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.voxxi.com/voter-id-laws-integrity-suppression</span></a></span><br />
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The National Coalition of Black Civic Participation:<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Black Youth Vote! - The Next Generation of Black Leadership:</span></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Black Youth Project in Chicago - Knowledge, Voice, Action:</span></b>
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<a href="http://ncbcp.org/news/in_the_news/BYV_2012/">Activists use education to overcome new voting laws</a></address>
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USA Today story by Deborah Barfield Berry, Gannett Washington Bureau (USA Today) Sept. 20, 2012<br />
<a href="http://ncbcp.org/news/in_the_news/BWR_CBCF_2-12/">Voter ID laws provoking black women, who had highest turnout in 2008, to turn out voters</a><br />
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AP story in The Washington Post by Suzanne Gamboa (AP) Sept. 5, 2012
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<a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/voter-id-laws-provoking-black-women-who-had-highest-turnout-in-2008-to-turn-out-voters/2012/09/21/17efef72-03be-11e2-9132-f2750cd65f97_story.html">http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/voter-id-laws-provoking-black-women-who-had-highest-turnout-in-2008-to-turn-out-voters/2012/09/21/17efef72-03be-11e2-9132-f2750cd65f97_story.html</a></address>
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Despite voter ID law, minority turnout up in Georgia by Shannon McCaffrey (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Mon., Sept. 3, 2012
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Voting Rights:</span></b><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="color: blue;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.justice.gov/crt/about/vot/intro/intro_b.php" target="_blank" title="The Voting Rights Act of 1965::"><span style="color: blue;">The Voting Rights Act of 1965</span></a></span></b>
The Voting Rights Act, adopted initially in 1965 and extended in 1970, 1975, 1982, and 2006 is generally considered the most successful piece of civil rights legislation ever adopted by the United States Congress<br />
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<a href="http://www.justice.gov/crt/about/vot/intro/intro.php">Introduction To Federal Voting Rights Laws</a>:
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<a href="http://www.justice.gov/crt/about/vot/intro/intro_c.php">The Effect of the Voting Rights Act</a>:
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<b><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1499/252/" target="_blank" title="Felony Voting Rights study by American Civil Liberties Union of GA, May 2007"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2009" height="467" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/aclu-felon-voting-rights1.jpg" title="ACLU Felon Voting Rights" width="616" /></a></b>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/issues/voting-rights" target="_blank" title="American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia May 2007:"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia Voting Rights</span></a><span style="color: blue;">:</span></span></b><br />
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<a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/newsroom/clips?id=0495">Georgia Agrees to Comply with National Voter Registration Act</a>, Settles Lawsuit Brought by Lawyers' Committee brought on behalf of the Georgia State Conference of the NAACP and the Coalition for the Peoples' Agenda, (April 19, 2012)
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State-Level Estimates of Felon Disenfranchisement in the United States, 2010 by Christopher Uggen and Sarah Shannon, University of Minnesota and Jeff Manza, New York University (July 2012)</address>
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<a href="http://sentencingproject.org/doc/publications/fd_State_Level_Estimates_of_Felon_Disen_2010.pdf">http://sentencingproject.org/doc/publications/fd_State_Level_Estimates_of_Felon_Disen_2010.pdf</a></address>
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Felons convicted of crimes involving “moral turpitude” in Georgia do not get their voting rights restored – however critics say crimes that do not involve moral turpitude are ambiguous:<br />
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In Georgia, individuals convicted of a felony are ineligible to vote while incarcerated, on parole, or on probation.<br />
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Voting rights are automatically restored upon completion of all supervised release.
<span style="color: blue;">Ex-offenders should re-register to vote.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.georgiadefenders.com/felony.htm">http://www.georgiadefenders.com/felony.htm</a></address>
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<a href="http://georgiasummit.org/action/voter_restoration.php">http://georgiasummit.org/action/voter_restoration.php</a></address>
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<a href="http://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/georgia-code-felon-voting-2012.pdf">http://felonvoting.procon.org/sourcefiles/georgia-code-felon-voting-2012.pdf</a></address>
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<a href="http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html#GA">http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html#GA</a></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/aclu-georgia-banner.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1976" height="515" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/aclu-georgia-banner.png" title="ACLU Georgia Banner" width="480" /></a><b> </b><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.aclu.org/">ACLU of Georgia</a>:</b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights-georgia-voter-information"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights-georgia-voter-information</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/issues/voting-rights"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.acluga.org/issues/voting-rights</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/ACLU-of-Georgia/116855228000"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.facebook.com/pages/ACLU-of-Georgia/116855228000</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://twitter.com/acluofga"><span style="color: blue;">https://twitter.com/acluofga</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1499/252/" target="_blank" title="Download Georgia Felon Voting Rights (47 KB pdf):"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia Felon Voting Rights</span></a> (47 KB pdf)</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1499/252" target="_blank" title="Georgia Felon Voting Rights (47 KB pdf):"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1499/252</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1518/252/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Voting Rights Project Brochure 2012 (900 KB PDF):"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia Voting Rights Project Brochure 2012</span></a> (900 KB PDF)</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1518/252" target="_blank" title="Georgia Voting Rights Project Brochure 2012 (900 KB PDF):"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1518/252</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1498/252/" target="_blank" title="Georgia 2010 Redistricting Guide (323 KB pdf):"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia 2010 Redistricting Guide</span></a> (323 KB pdf)</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1498/252" target="_blank" title="Georgia 2010 Redistricting Guide (323 KB pdf):"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.acluga.org/download_file/view_inline/1498/252</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/naacp-ga-logo-1.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1995" height="128" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/naacp-ga-logo-1.jpg" title="NAACP GA Logo 1" width="640" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.naacpga.org/"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia State Conference of the NAACP</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Georgia-State-Conference-Naacp/156941391071984"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Georgia-State-Conference-Naacp/156941391071984</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.naacp.org/news/entry/naacp-civic-engagement-campaign-announced-in-atlanta"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.naacp.org/news/entry/naacp-civic-engagement-campaign-announced-in-atlanta</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://sites.google.com/a/naacpga.org/georgia-state-conference-naacp/georgia-branches"><span style="color: blue;">https://sites.google.com/a/naacpga.org/georgia-state-conference-naacp/georgia-branches</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://www.gcpagenda.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2030" height="135" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-coalition-banner.jpg" title="GA Coalition banner" width="640" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.gcpagenda.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda:"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.gcpagenda.org/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.gcpagenda.org</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://www.costoffreedom.info/state/GA" target="_blank" title="Cost of Freedom Map Georgia:"><b><span style="color: blue;">Cost of Freedom Map: Georgia</span></b></a>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.costoffreedom.info/state/GA" target="_blank" title="Cost of Freedom Map Georgia:"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.costoffreedom.info/state/GA</span></a></span></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://sos.georgia.gov/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Secretary of State:"><span style="color: blue;">Georgia Secretary</span></a> of State <a href="http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/voting_information.htm" target="_blank" title="Georgia Secretary of State voter ID information:"><span style="color: blue;">voter ID information</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/voting_information.htm"><span style="color: blue;">http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/voting_information.htm</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.sos.georgia.gov/gaphotoid/default.htm"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.sos.georgia.gov/gaphotoid/default.htm</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/866ourvote-state-page.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2021" height="404" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/866ourvote-state-page.jpg" title="866OurVote State Page" width="640" /></a></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state/ga"><span style="color: blue;">Election Protection: “866 Our Vote” Georgia Info</span></a>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state/ga"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.866ourvote.org/state/ga</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-election-protection-project-via-ga-appleseed.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2015" height="299" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-election-protection-project-via-ga-appleseed.jpg" title="GA Election Protection Project via GA Appleseed" width="640" /></a></address>
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The 2012 <a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/initiatives/election/" target="_blank" title="The 2012 Election Protection Project of the Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice:">Election Protection Project</a> of the <a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice:">Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice</a><br />
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-logo.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2017" height="150" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-logo.png" title="GA Appleseed logo" width="113" /></a>
<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-banner.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2018" height="28" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-banner.png" title="GA Appleseed banner" width="640" /></a>
<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-tagline.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2016" height="41" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/ga-appleseed-tagline.png" title="GA Appleseed tagline" width="445" /></a><b> </b><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/" target="_blank" title="The Mission of Georgia Appleseed is to increase justice in Georgia through law and policy reform:">The Mission of Georgia Appleseed</a></b> is to increase justice in Georgia through law and policy reform:
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.gaappleseed.org/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.gaappleseed.org</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaAppleseed"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaAppleseed</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://twitter.com/GAAppleseed"><span style="color: blue;">https://twitter.com/GAAppleseed</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gaappleseed"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.flickr.com/photos/gaappleseed</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/GaAppleseed"><span style="color: blue;">http://pinterest.com/GaAppleseed</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-banner.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2011" height="55" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-banner.jpg" title="PDA Banner" width="640" /></a></address>
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<a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/" target="_blank" title="Progressive Democrats of America:"><b><span style="color: blue;">Progressive Democrats of America:</span></b></a>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.pdamerica.org</span></a></span></address>
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<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-stop-corporate-rule-2.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2013" height="75" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-stop-corporate-rule-2.jpg" title="PDA Stop Corporate Rule #2" width="224" /></a></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/"><span style="color: blue;">PDA Community</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.pdacommunity.org</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression</span></a></span></address>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/PDAmerica" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">PDA Facebook</span></a>:</span></b>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/PDAmerica"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.facebook.com/PDAmerica</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><a href="http://twitter.com/pdamerica" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">PDA Twitter</span></a></b>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://twitter.com/pdamerica"><span style="color: blue;">http://twitter.com/pdamerica</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdamerica"><span style="color: blue;">PDA Flickr</span></a></b>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdamerica"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdamerica</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/PDAMERICA" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">PDA YouTube</span></a></b>:</span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/PDAMERICA"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.youtube.com/user/PDAMERICA</span></a></span></address>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>PDA Endorsed Candidates:</b></span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/alan-grayson-fl-9"><span style="color: blue;">Alan Grayson (FL-9)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/lesli-messinger"><span style="color: blue;">Lesli Messinger (GA-1)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/dr-david-gill"><span style="color: blue;">Dr. David Gill (IL-13)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/wayne-powell"><span style="color: blue;">Wayne Powell (VA-7)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/elizabeth-warren"><span style="color: blue;">Elizabeth Warren (MA)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rob-zerban-wi-1"><span style="color: blue;">Rob Zerban (WI-1)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rep-raul-grijalva"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. Raul Grijalva (AZ-3)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rep-donna-edwards"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. Donna Edwards (MD-4)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rep-jim-mcgovern"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. Jim McGovern (MA-3)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/rep-jim-mcgovern"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. John Conyers (MI-13)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rep-barbara-lee"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. Barbara Lee (CA-9)</span></a></span></h4>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/candidates/rep-keith-ellison"><span style="color: blue;">Rep. Keith Ellison (MN-5)</span></a></span></h4>
<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-logo1.gif"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2012" height="95" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/pda-logo1.gif" title="PDA logo" width="600" /></a><span style="color: blue;"><b> </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>PDA Issues:</b></span>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/stop-voter-suppression"><span style="color: blue;">Voter Suppression</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=25&Itemid=53"><span style="color: blue;">End Corporate Rule</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=34&Itemid=58"><span style="color: blue;">Clean, Fair, Transparent Elections</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=36&Itemid=59"><span style="color: blue;">Economic and Social Justice</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/end-wars-and-occupations"><span style="color: blue;">End War and Occupation, Redirect Funding</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=29&Itemid=54"><span style="color: blue;">Healthcare for All/Single Payer</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=31&Itemid=57"><span style="color: blue;">Stop Global Warming/Environmental Issues</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state"><span style="color: blue;">Election Protection Coalition Map</span></a>:</span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/state"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.866ourvote.org/state</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html"><span style="color: blue;">Non-Profit Vote Definitions of Felon/Ex-Felon by State</span></a>:</span></h5>
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<span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.nonprofitvote.org/voting-as-an-ex-offender.html</span></a></span></h5>
“The Constitution is for the 100%” Poster from ACLU Liberty Watch 2012:<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://claiming-a-street-named-king.blogspot.com/" title="“Claiming A Street Named King: Respecting The Dream” Blog on Blogger aka Blogspot">Blog #2 – "Claiming A Street Named King: Respecting The Dream" on Blogger</a></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">MLK Author Derek H. Alderman: <a href="http://ecu.academia.edu/DerekAlderman/Papers/1075646/Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Streets_in_the_South_A_New_Landscape_of_Memory" target="_blank">"Martin Luther King, Jr. Streets in the South: A New Landscape of Memory."</a></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://jonathantilove.com/" title="Author Jonathon Tilove website: Book “Along Martin Luther King: Travels on Black America’s Main Street”">MLK Author Jonathon Tilove: "Along Martin Luther King: Travels on Black America's Main Street"</a></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://profiles.google.com/TerenceDicks" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Google page">Terence Dicks on Google</a></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.myspace.com/ClaimingAStreetNamedKing" title="Rev. Terence Dicks MySpace page">Terence Dicks on MySpace</a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"> </span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.viddler.com/explore/TerenceDicks" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Viddler page">Terence Dicks on Viddler</a></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://my.yahoo.com/;_ylt=AiOXv4N2kC5YS3RuJyYQYYj4G0s6" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Yahoo page">Terence Dicks on Yahoo</a></span></b></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-8488280328882655572012-10-09T06:41:00.001-04:002012-10-09T06:56:32.354-04:00President Obama Dedicates Cesar E. Chavez National Monument in Keene, Calif. - honoring human rights icon Cesar Chavez, who fought the inhumane treatment of farmworkers and migrant workers<b>Unedited footage of the dedication of the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument.</b><br />
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<b>President Barack Obama on Monday announced the establishment of the Cesar E. Chavez National Monument in Keene, Calif.</b><br />
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<b>The property is recognized worldwide for its historic link to civil rights icon Cesar Chavez and the farmworker movement.</b><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/Uncut-speech-Obama-designates-Chavez-monument-173200661.html" target="_blank">Uncut speech: Obama designates Chavez monument</a></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/ClaimStreetNamedKing" title="“Claiming A Street Named King”on YouTube">"Claiming A Street Named King" on YouTube</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.wordpress.com/" title="“Claiming A Street Named King: Revitalizing All Streets Named For Civil Rights Leaders” Blog on WordPress">Blog #1 – "Claiming A Street Named King: Revitalizing All Streets Named For Civil Rights Leaders" on WordPress</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://claiming-a-street-named-king.blogspot.com/" title="“Claiming A Street Named King: Respecting The Dream” Blog on Blogger aka Blogspot">Blog #2 – "Claiming A Street Named King: Respecting The Dream" on Blogger</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;">MLK Author Derek H. Alderman: <a href="http://ecu.academia.edu/DerekAlderman/Papers/1075646/Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Streets_in_the_South_A_New_Landscape_of_Memory" target="_blank">"Martin Luther King, Jr. Streets in the South: A New Landscape of Memory."</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://jonathantilove.com/" title="Author Jonathon Tilove website: Book “Along Martin Luther King: Travels on Black America’s Main Street”">MLK Author Jonathon Tilove: "Along Martin Luther King: Travels on Black America's Main Street"</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://terenceelectedchairofthecityofaugustahumanrelationscommissiononjuly27,2005/" title="Civil Rights leader Terence Dicks elected Chair of the city of Augusta Human Relations Commission on July 27, 2005 (**Tragic Update – Despite protests, decades old Augusta Human Relations Commission terminated in 2010 when city council decided Augusta ">News Story: Terence Dicks appointed chairman of Augusta Human Relations Commission</a></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://profiles.google.com/TerenceDicks" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Google page">Terence Dicks on Google</a></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/terencedicks" title="Rev. Terence Dicks LinkedIn Page">Terence Dicks on LinkedIn</a></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.myspace.com/ClaimingAStreetNamedKing" title="Rev. Terence Dicks MySpace page">Terence Dicks on MySpace</a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.twitter.com/ClaimKingStreet" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Twitter page">Terence Dicks on Twitter</a></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.viddler.com/explore/TerenceDicks" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Viddler page">Terence Dicks on Viddler</a></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://my.yahoo.com/;_ylt=AiOXv4N2kC5YS3RuJyYQYYj4G0s6" title="Rev. Terence Dicks Yahoo page">Terence Dicks on Yahoo</a></span></span></b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-76718887047743826812012-10-06T09:18:00.001-04:002012-10-06T10:05:05.398-04:00PDA Voter Suppression Show #1B: Guests are Sara Mullen of ACLU of Pennsylvania and Chris Fields of Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights on “OneNation” with hosts Andrea Miller and Rev. Terence Dicks<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">PDA Voter Suppression Show #1B: Guests are Sara Mullen of ACLU of Pennsylvania and Chris Fields of Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights on “OneNation” with hosts Andrea Miller and Rev. Terence Dicks</span></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">PDA Voter Suppression Show
#1: Guests are Sara Mullen of ACLU of Pennsylvania and Chris Fields of Lawyers’
Committee for Civil Rights on “OneNation” with hosts Andrea Miller and Rev. Terence
Dicks</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fight Voter Suppression:
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><em><span style="border: medium none; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal;"><span style="border: none;">Andrea Miller</span></span></em><em><span style="border: medium none; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal;"></span></em></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="st"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Chesterfield, VA</span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="st"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Deputy Field Director, Progressive Democrats of America (PDA)</span></span></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="mailto:andrea@pdamerica.org"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">andrea@pdamerica.org</span></a></span><span class="st"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span class="st"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">804-608-1195</span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">“Holding elected office
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Rev. Terence A. Dicks<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Augusta,
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sara Mullen, Assoc. Dir.
of the ACLU of Pennsylvania</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Chris Melody Fields,
Election Protection Coord. for Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under the
Law</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sara Mullen</span></strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> started
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">She was named office mgr.
(Jan. 1998)/became Asst. Dir. of the Pittsburgh Chapter in 2000.</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">She transferred to Philadelphia
office (Nov. 2002) – currently heads Community Organizing/oversees
communications.</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">She received a BA in
Middle Eastern History (1993)/University of Chicago. </span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mullen previously worked
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Chris M. Fields</span></strong><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> is campaign
manager for the Lawyers' Committee Election Protection program coordinating coalition
efforts to inform voters about their rights and that every vote is counted
(started Dec. 2011).</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prior, she worked in govt.
affairs div. for a biological resource center on the global health/biosecurity
agenda.</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">She was Common Cause Outreach
Dir. (2 yrs.) advancing democracy reform/Fair Elections Now Act to create
publicly financed campaigns for Congress. </span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">2012 voter registration
deadlines</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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TN, WA</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><span style="border: medium none; font-style: normal;"><span style="border: medium none;">Andrea Miller</span></span></i><i><span style="border: medium none; font-style: normal;"></span></i></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="st">Chesterfield, VA</span></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="st">Deputy Field Director, Progressive Democrats of America (PDA)</span></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="mailto:andrea@pdamerica.org">andrea@pdamerica.org</a><span class="st"></span></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="st">804-608-1195</span></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">“Holding elected office
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.onenationpda.org/">http://www.onenationpda.org</a><span class="st"><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Rev. Terence A. Dicks</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">706-306-5731</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://claiming-a-street-named-king.blogspot.com/">http://Claiming-A-Street-Named-King.blogspot.com</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/terencedicks">http://www.linkedin.com/in/terencedicks</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Georgia Voter
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/BuyingSouthernLawmakers">http://tinyurl.com/BuyingSouthernLawmakers</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sara Mullen, Assoc. Dir.
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sara Mullen started
in 1997 as a volunteer in the ACLU of PA Pittsburgh office.</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She was named office mgr.
(Jan. 1998)/became Asst. Dir. of the Pittsburgh Chapter in 2000.</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She transferred to Philadelphia
office (Nov. 2002) – currently heads Community Organizing/oversees
communications.</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She received a BA in
Middle Eastern History (1993)/University of Chicago. </span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mullen previously worked
in academic publishing. <i><span style="border: medium none; font-style: normal;"><span style="border: medium none;"> </span></span></i></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Chris M. Fields is campaign
manager for the Lawyers' Committee Election Protection program coordinating coalition
efforts to inform voters about their rights and that every vote is counted
(started Dec. 2011).</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Prior, she worked in govt.
affairs div. for a biological resource center on the global health/biosecurity
agenda.</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">She was Common Cause Outreach
Dir. (2 yrs.) advancing democracy reform/Fair Elections Now Act to create
publicly financed campaigns for Congress. </span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2012 voter registration
deadlines</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oct. 6: MS, NV</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oct. 7: RI, AK</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oct. 8: AR, HI,
TN, WA</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Oct. 9: DC, OH,
IL, IN, CO, UT, LA, NM, AZ, MI, KY, FL, PA.</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.rockthevote.com/election-center/registration-deadlines">http://www.rockthevote.com/election-center/registration-deadlines</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://register2.rockthevote.com/registrants/map">https://register2.rockthevote.com/registrants/map</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/aclu.nationwide">ACLU</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.aclu.org/">http://www.aclu.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/aclu.nationwide">http://www.facebook.com/aclu.nationwide</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.twitter.com/aclu">http://www.twitter.com/aclu</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">ACLU Liberty Watch</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.aclulibertywatch.org/">http://www.aclulibertywatch.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ACLULibertyWatch">http://www.facebook.com/ACLULibertyWatch</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.twitter.com/#!/ACLULW">http://www.twitter.com/#!/ACLULW</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">100% pledge</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.forthe100percent.org/">http://www.forthe100percent.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.forthe100percent.org/share">http://www.forthe100percent.org/share</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2012 battleground states
GA, FL, NC, VA</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.aclu.org/affiliates">http://www.aclu.org/affiliates</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.naacp.org/pages/field-resources">http://www.naacp.org/pages/field-resources</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.acluga.org/">http://www.acluga.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.naacpga.org/">http://www.naacpga.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.aclufl.org/">http://www.aclufl.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.flanaacp.org/">http://www.flanaacp.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org/">http://www.acluofnorthcarolina.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.naacpnc.org/">http://www.naacpnc.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.acluva.org/">http://www.acluva.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.virginianaacp.org/">http://www.virginianaacp.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">ACLU of PA</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.aclupa.org/">http://www.aclupa.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/aclupa">http://www.facebook.com/aclupa</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.twitter.com/aclupa">http://www.twitter.com/aclupa</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/aclupa">http://www.flickr.com/photos/aclupa</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/aclupa">http://www.youtube.com/aclupa</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Voting Assistance</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1-866-OUR-VOTE</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1-866-687-8683</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/">Lawyers’ Committee for Civil
Rights Under Law</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042" title="Map of Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation Tracker">Map of
Shame: Voter Suppression Legislation</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0042</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117" title="Resources to Combat Voter Suppression Efforts">Fight Voter Suppression</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0117</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0123">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0123</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0024" title="Voting Laws We Enforce">Voting Laws</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0024">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0024</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/section_5/" title="Voting Rights Act: Objections and Observers Searchable Index">Voting
Rights Act Search</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/section_5">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/section_5</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0025" title="Voting Rights Litigation">Voting Rights Litigation</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0025">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0025</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0071" title="Redistricting Program">Redistricting Program</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0071">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0071</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/" title="Election Protection & Electoral Reform">Election
Protection/Electoral Reform</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/">http://www.866OurVote.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Smartphone App</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.866ourvote.org/pages/election-protection-smartphone-app">http://www.866ourvote.org/pages/election-protection-smartphone-app</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0046" title="Voter Identification - Stories and Consequences">Voter ID Stories</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0046">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/page?id=0046</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0027" title="Publications, Testimony & Other Documents">Publications/Testimony/Docs</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0027">http://www.lawyerscommittee.org/projects/voting_rights/page?id=0027</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">State Voices Virginia
Civic Engagement Table</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.statevoices.org/states/virginia-civic-engagement-table">http://www.statevoices.org/states/virginia-civic-engagement-table</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.statevoices.org/">http://www.statevoices.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">VA New Majority</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.virginianewmajority.org/">http://www.virginianewmajority.org</a></span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">League of Women Voters
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Andrea Miller<br />Chesterfield, VA<br />Deputy Field Director, Progressive Democrats of America (PDA)<br /><a href="mailto:andrea@pdamerica.org">andrea@pdamerica.org</a><br />804-608-1195<br /><br /><a href="http://www.onenationpda.org/">http://www.onenationpda.org</a><br /><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/resources/jomsocial/62-andrea-miller/profile">http://www.pdacommunity.org/resources/jomsocial/62-andrea-miller/profile</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/andrea.miller.96742277">http://www.facebook.com/andrea.miller.96742277</a><br /><a href="https://twitter.com/acqsys">https://twitter.com/acqsys</a><br />Healthcare, Union, Small Farms advocate, Medicare for All<br />---<br /><br />Rev. Terence A. Dicks, PDA Southern Regional Organizer and PDA State of Georgia Coordinator<br /><a href="mailto:tad89@lycos.com">tad89@lycos.com</a>; <a href="mailto:TerenceDicks@gmail.com">TerenceDicks@gmail.com</a><br />706-306-5731<br /><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=50&Itemid=85">http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=50&Itemid=85</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/georgia/2116-georgia-voter-suppression-republican-buying-of-southern-lawmakers-among-topics-at-pda-progressive-central-the-peoples-convention-in-charlotte-nc">http://www.pdacommunity.org/georgia/2116-georgia-voter-suppression-republican-buying-of-southern-lawmakers-among-topics-at-pda-progressive-central-the-peoples-convention-in-charlotte-nc</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/georgia/2116-georgia-voter-suppression-republican-buying-of-southern-lawmakers-among-topics-at-pda-progressive-central-the-peoples-convention-in-charlotte-nc">http://www.pdacommunity.org/georgia/2116-georgia-voter-suppression-republican-buying-of-southern-lawmakers-among-topics-at-pda-progressive-central-the-peoples-convention-in-charlotte-nc</a></b></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-46840971385157002492012-08-01T00:15:00.001-04:002012-08-01T00:28:09.571-04:00Democrat Lesli Messinger wins Georgia 1st U.S. Congressional District Primary - is first Georgia candidate endorsed by the Progressive Democrats of America<h2 style="color: blue;">
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Progressive Democrats say Congrats to U.S. Congressional GA District 1 Primary Winner Lesli Messinger</span></b></h3>
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<b>PDA members dream of a fair, just, decent compassionate and decent world as dreamed by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.</b></div>
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<b>Photos of <span style="color: red;">bloodied</span> victims doesn't seem to work.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://photos.denverpost.com/mediacenter/2012/07/photos-shooting-at-aurora-theater/39867/#.UApmp3EcEkE.blogger">Photos: 12 dead, 58 injured in Aurora, Colorado, theater shooting | Denver Post Photos, Video</a></b></div>
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<b>The latest mass shooting in Colorado - yet all the presidential candidates are afraid to take on the common sense issue of banning <span style="color: red;">assault weapons</span> - none of which are made for hunting.</b></div>
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<b>The GOP candidate Romney has too many supporters/friends who love<span style="color: red;"> assault weapons</span> and he doesn't want to lose those votes - and President Obama is afraid to talk about them because he might lose votes/upset undecided voters.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21124130/aurora-shooting-unlikely-impact-presidential-race?source=pkg">http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21124130/aurora-shooting-unlikely-impact-presidential-race?source=pkg</a></b></div>
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<b>A vote on the <span style="color: red;">assault weapon</span> ban has been blocked.</b></div>
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<b>U.S. lawmakers seem intent on protecting <span style="color: red;">assault rifles</span>.</b></div>
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<b>Both Presidential candidates likely understand that means many lives will be lost every day for the foreseeable future - but I suppose that's better than losing votes (in their minds).</b></div>
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<b>Responsible hunters would not use <span style="color: red;">assault weapons</span> - certainly the inane argument about target practice with a semi-auto <span style="color: red;">assault rifle</span> seems pointless as they spray bullets.</b></div>
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<b>Banning <span style="color: red;">assault weapons</span> would save lives and would not lead to the collection of all other guns.</b></div>
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<b>When will we learn - for many it will only when someone they know is shot - and maybe not then.</b></div>
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<b>For a long time politicians have allowed "acceptable loses" especially when it comes to low-income and minorities who are victims of crime or have no medical coverage.</b></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Assault weapons</span> are made to kill people - not for target practice or hunting.</b></div>
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<b>When will America wake up and stop this foolish claim that banning <span style="color: red;">assault weapons</span> will lead to banning other guns.</b></div>
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<b>My late mentor - Barbara Thurmond - spoke out about the violence in Augusta and across the country.</b></div>
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<b>Search her name on the internet for more info.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21118201/unknown-number-people-shot-at-aurora-movie-theater">http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21118201/unknown-number-people-shot-at-aurora-movie-theater</a></b></div>
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<b>The <span style="color: red;">blood spilled</span> will soon be forgotten - despite the video in these links.</b></div>
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<b>So even this tragedy will not be the impetus for common sense and helping to stop further mass shootings.</b></div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Assault weapons</span> are not used for hunting - just to <span style="color: red;">kill</span> and maim.</b></div>
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<b>There will be many more <span style="color: red;">assault weapon murders</span> - many of which we will never hear about because "only" one or two people died.</b></div>
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<b>I pray you or someone you love is not in the path of one of these bullets.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21119760/video-roundup-aurora-theater-shooting">http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21119760/video-roundup-aurora-theater-shooting</a></b></div>
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<b>Another act of vicious violence destroys families</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21118201/unknown-number-people-shot-at-aurora-movie-theater">http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_21118201/unknown-number-people-shot-at-aurora-movie-theater</a></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Congressional Policy Briefing & Reception Dinner with Honorable United States Representative Keith Ellison of Minnesota</span></b></div>
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<b>Important Info on:<br />United State Foreign Policy<br />Middle-East Diplomacy<br />International Finance<br /><br /><a href="http://msglobalpartners.com/introduction/congressionalbriefing">http://msglobalpartners.com/introduction/congressionalbriefing</a><br /><br />Download Registration Form<br /><a href="http://farooqmughal.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/congressional-policy-briefing-reception-dinner-with-us-representative-keith-ellison.pdf">http://farooqmughal.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/congressional-policy-briefing-reception-dinner-with-us-representative-keith-ellison.pdf</a><br /><br />Congressional policy briefing luncheon with the member of the House Financial Services Committee and the House Democratic Steering Committee, Congressman Keith Ellison (D-MN).<br /><a href="http://ellison.house.gov/">http://ellison.house.gov</a></b></div>
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<b>The House Financial Services Committee has jurisdiction over the banking system, stock exchanges, and the housing and insurance industries.<br /><br />The Committee also handles policy matters including monetary policy, international finance, and combating terrorist financing.<br /><br />Congressman Keith Ellison will share his perspectives on U.S. foreign policy towards Middle East and Pakistan and challenges that impact the nation’s ability to combat security threats within our borders and abroad.<br /><br />This luncheon will also include a question-and-answer (Q&A) session on the challenging policy agenda facing the Foreign Affairs Committee and United States Congress.<br /><br />This is the first in a series of conversations with policymakers by MS Global Partners & American Public Policy Council, Inc.<br /><br />Date:<br />July 8, 2012<br /><br />Location:<br />The LouderMilk Center<br />40 Courtland Street Northeast<br />Atlanta, GA<br />30303<br /><br />Private Congressional Policy Briefing:<br />3:30 PM – 5:00 PM<br /><br />Fundraising Reception:<br />5:00 PM – 8:00 PM<br /><br />Honorary Host Committee:<br /><br />Honorable U.S. Congressman John Lewis (invited)<br /><br />Dr. Joseph Lowery, Civil Rights Leader (Invited)<br /><br />Honorable Georgia Senator Minority Leader Steve Henson<br /><br />Honorable Georgia House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams<br /><br />Honorable Georgia State Senator Curt Thompson<br /><br />Honorable Georgia State Representative Pedro Marin<br /><br />Honorable Georgia State Representative Tyrone Brooks<br /><br />Members of the Georgia Association of Black Elected Officials<br /><br />Chairman Mike Berlon – Democratic Party of Georgia<br /><br />Former Georgia House Minority Leader Dubose Porter<br /><br />Asian American Caucus of the Democratic Party of Georgia</b></div>
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<b>Activist and Author Barbara A. Thurmond: Standing Tall Against Violence in Hopes of Saving the Lives of Children and Stopping Violent Crimes in African American Neighborhoods in Augusta, Georgia</b></h1>
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<b><a href="http://www.crimevictims.gov/" target="_blank" title="2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week is April 22-28, 2012:">2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week</a> is April 22-28, 2012</b></h5>
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<b><a href="http://www.nijconference2012.com/" target="_blank" title="The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA:">2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference</a> is June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA</b></h5>
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<b><a href="http://www.trynova.org/conference" target="_blank" title="2012 National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) Conference: Championing Dignity and Compassion for Victims of Crime and Crisis:">2012 38<sup>th</sup> National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA)</a> <a href="http://youtu.be/hjojws493gE" target="_blank" title="youtube video about the 2012 National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) Conference: Championing Dignity and Compassion for Victims of Crime and Crisis:">Conference</a> will be held August 19-22, 2012 in San Diego</b></h5>
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<b><a href="http://www.preventioninstitute.org/press/press-releases/848-martin-luther-king-jr-legacy-embodied-in-launch-of-new-initiative-for-community-peace-and-thriving-youth.html" target="_blank" title="Press Release: King Center CEO Bernice King and Martin Luther King, III have created separate youth violence prevention projects with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , The Carter Presidential Center, The Prevention Institute and The Martin Luther King, III Institute for Social Justice and Human Rights, Inc.">The April 4th Revisited: National Youth Violence Prevention Conference</a> was held on April 4, 2012 at the Carter Presidential Center in Atlanta</b></h5>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/387956301234646" target="_blank" title="Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Annual Violence Awareness Program event is Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Beulah Grove Community Resource Center in Augusta, Georgia:">2012 Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Annual Violence Awareness Program event</a> was held on<a href="http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/89385306?access_key=key-ara26xw5ybif9uro0tb" target="_blank" title="Link to .pdf flyer: In Recognition of the 2012 National Crime Victims Rights Week (April 22-28, 2012): 2012 Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Violence Awareness Program:"> Saturday, April 21, 2012</a> at the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beulah-Grove-Community-Resource-Center/134217959963059" target="_blank" title="Facebook page for the Beulah Grove Community Resource Center:">Beulah Grove Community Resource Center</a> in Augusta, Georgia </b></h5>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/collections/3551908/Remembering-the-Courageous-Life-and-Violence-Prevention-Crusade-of-Barbara-A-Thurmond-of-Augusta-Georgia" target="_blank" title="Link to Scribd collection of Barbara Thurmond related documents including excerpts to her book:">Excerpts from</a> book "<a href="http://www.scribd.com/TerenceDicks/d/90430278-Excerpts-From-Book-Joy-in-My-Heart-My-Journey-From-Hopelessness-to-Happiness-by-Barbara-Thurmond-Published-in-2003#fullscreenhttp://" target="_blank" title="Link to Excerpts from book "Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness" by Barbara Thurmond published by AuthorHouse in 2003 in paperback and hardcover:">Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness</a>" by <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/joy-in-my-heart-barbara-thurmond/1006048556?ean=9781410769237" target="_blank" title="Barnes and Noble page for the Barbara Thurmond book "Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness":">Barbara Thurmond</a> published by<a href="http://www.authorhouse.com/" target="_blank" title="Link to the website of book publisher AuthorHouse:"> AuthorHouse</a> in 2003 in <a href="http://www.paperbackswap.com/Joy-Heart-Journey-Barbara-Thurmond/book/1410769240/" target="_blank" title="Paperback Swap page for the softcover Barbara Thurmond book "Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness":">paperback</a> and <a href="http://books.google.com/books/about/Joy_in_My_Heart.html?id=kB7WTf5tlTIC" target="_blank" title="Google Books page for the Hardcover version of the Barbara Thurmond book "Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness":">hardcover</a></b></h5>
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<b>Editor’s Note: My dear friend and mentor Barbara Thurmond would have been embarrassed by this tribute to her efforts – feeling it is much more important for us to concentrate on the issues of black-on-black violence and victim's rights – and I agree.<br />
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<b>(Augusta, Georgia) — Former Neonatal ICU nurse and longtime community activist Barbara A. Thurmond hoped to stem the killing of children, teens and others in African American neighborhoods across Augusta, Georgia — and co-founded a group with her sister that aimed to stop black-on-black violence during an especially violent time in the city’s history that claimed the lives of many youth.</b></div>
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<b>Founded in June 1991, the anti-violence group </b><b>Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. was the brainchild of Thurmond and her sister, </b><b>Earnestine Covington.</b></div>
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<b>After years of </b><b>escalating violence in Augusta's black communities that peaked several times, the pair started the group when Augusta had its </b><b>highest murder rate ever — and 97 percent was black-on-black - and in a tragic irony many occurred on </b><b>Martin Luther King Boulevard.</b></div>
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<b>Ten years after the creation of </b><b>Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc., Thurmond said the anti-violence group “</b><b>dared to dream of a world in which all crime victims and their families are treated with </b><b>compassion and dignity.”</b></div>
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<b>Thurmond said in addition to</b><b> stopping violence and getting guns off the streets, one of the related problems was the </b><b>embedded racism in Augusta that allows blacks to be treated differently by authorities and in public perception.</b></div>
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<b>“We understood early on that black on black violence was bigger than one brother killing another,” Thurmond said. “One of the many facts we identified was the injustice and double standards of the criminal justice system.”</b></blockquote>
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<b> Barbara Thurmond added that “the media has </b><b>severely damaged the African American image.”</b></div>
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<b>The various forms of violent media “</b><b>desensitizes young people to violence and death and it continues to </b><b>glamorize illegitimacy,” she said</b></div>
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<b>Thurmond ask the important question “is there a connection between the disproportionate number of blacks assigned to special education and the disproportionate number of black male victimizers?”</b></blockquote>
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<b>“</b><b>I ‘live in the hood’ and when I want to find out what is going on in a </b><b>situation of conflict, I know who my contacts are </b><b>— they trust me and I trust them,” Thurmond said.</b></div>
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<b>“All children will grow up in an environment made better through </b><b>adequate medical care, child care and education in supportive and responsible families free from poverty, abuse and crime”</b></div>
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<b>“If only Ms. Thurmond were alive today maybe the black-on-black violence in Augusta could be reduced because of her spirit and love for people” </b><br />
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<b>Thurmond, who passed away in August 2006, "was disturbed at black on black crime" in the early 90's.</b></div>
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<b>It led her to form an organization to bring awareness to the problem — and </b><b>despite her illness, she never left the fight," states a news story about her death by </b><b>WRDW TV-12 in North Augusta, South Carolina.</b></div>
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<b>That crime problem is just as scary nationwide causing many civil rights leaders to speak out again the crime rate.</b></div>
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<b>"We just decided to call it what it was," Thurmond stated in 1997. "We were blacks who were addressing the epidemic of black on black crime."</b></blockquote>
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<b>People should "turn to each other and not on each other," said civil rights leader and former </b><b>Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) President Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery.</b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>July 1999 Augusta Chronicle photo of Barbara Thurmond (right) for July 27, 1999 article entitled "Crime in Black Community" written by Augusta Chronicle Crime Reporter <a href="mailto:mgourley@hotmail.com">Meghan Gourley</a><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;">. Barbara Thurmond of the Blacks Against Black Crime organization speaks to the members of the Augusta Kiwanis Club during a luncheon at the Augusta-Richmond Civic Center.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%;"><span class="hascaption"> Kiwanis President Sam Tyson (left) and Ki</span><span class="textexposedshow">wanis President-Elect Bill Tillery (center) share the podium with Mrs. Thurmond (right).</span></span></b></td></tr>
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<b>Thurmond was very concerned at the number of African American males involved in violence and the rate they were dying, according to Dicks, who calls Thurmond as a “friend and a mentor and a comrade.”</b></div>
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<b>"She was in a wheelchair – and she could not walk – but did more than any minister, any educator and any professional I ever met," Dicks said.</b></div>
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<b>The Augusta anti-violence group was formed because of the alarming increase in violent and non-violent crimes that involve African Americans under the age of 30 — and way to often in their teens — perpetrating crimes against other African American youth, adults and the elderly.</b></div>
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<b>"Even today, there are </b><b>too many dead bodies showing up in the African American Community in Augusta and across the United States," Rev. Dicks said with a heavy heart.</b></div>
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<b>“We pay tribute to <a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1997/07/11/met_211177.shtml" target="_blank" title="Newspaper story with Sheila Stahl, who was director of the Victims Assistance Department of the Augusta Richmond County judicial system until February 2002 Stahl worked feverishly on many levels to help victims of crime">Sheila Stahl</a>, director of the Victims Assistance Department of the Augusta Richmond County judicial system,” Thurmond said in a guest editorial in the Augusta Chronicle.</b></div>
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<b>Richmond County District Attorney Danny Craig “listens to the voices of all crime victims and has prosecuted homicide cases equitably, Thurmond said.</b></div>
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<b>“Compared with 10 years ago, we are a much better system and a safer community,” Thurmond stated in July 2001.</b></div>
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<b>Our collective dream of victims' justice is built upon the painful realization of the nightmare that crime has wreaked on our community.</b></div>
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<b>Stahl and Thurmond both were among the many panelists for a </b><b>Community Resources and Crime Prevention Conference held on April 1, 1999 at </b><b>Augusta State University that included many speakers and a logo stating “</b><b>Out-Smart Crime.”</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-book-cover-paperback-swap.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Barbara Thurmond Book Cover via Paperback Swap website" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1431" height="475" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-book-cover-paperback-swap.jpg" title="Barbara Thurmond Book Cover via Paperback Swap website" width="316" /></a></b><b>Before her death in August 2006 Thurmond wrote a book about her life in a wheelchair, her love for Augusta’s youth – and all humanity.</b></div>
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<b>Entitled "<i>Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness</i></b><b>" — Thurmond wrote the book of memoirs to explain the struggles in her life that empowered and inspired her efforts stop the raging violence in African American communities across the Augusta area.</b></div>
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<b>"I am honored and grateful that Barbara Thurmond saw fit to make me part of her book that sadly depicts black on black youth violence in Augusta, GA," said </b><b>Rev. Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, who is part of of the book written by </b><b>Barbara Thurmond.</b></div>
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<b>Thurmond was one of five women in the U.S. who received the </b><b>Essence Award from </b><b>Essence Magazine as "women who go above and beyond" involving community involvement and volunteerism.</b></div>
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<b>Thurmond was selected as the $10,000 grand prize winner of the 2001 </b><b>Women of Wonder (WOW) contest - given to an African-American woman between the ages of 25 and 54 who has made a significant impact in the lives of others - and sponsored by the </b><b><a href="http://www.auntjemima.com/" target="_blank" title="Aunt Jemima® Brand of Quaker Foods and Beverages:">Aunt Jemima® </a>Brand of </b><b><a href="http://www.quakeroats.com/home.aspx" target="_blank" title="Homepage of Quaker Foods and Beverages:">Quaker Foods and Beverages</a> in partnership with the </b><b><a href="http://www.ncnw.org/" target="_blank" title="National Council of Negro Women, Inc.:">National Council of Negro Women, Inc.</a></b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond was baptized at <a href="http://www.tbcaugusta.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia:">Tabernacle Baptist Church</a> in Augusta at an early age.</b></div>
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<b>She received her early education from the <a href="http://www.rcboe.org/" target="_blank" title="Richmond County School System:">Richmond County School System</a> and was a proud graduate of </b><b><a href="http://laney.rcboe.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of Lucy C. Laney High School in Augusta, Georgia:">Lucy C. Laney High School</a> Class of 1968.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara was employed as a </b><b><a href="http://www.mcghealth.org/pediatric-intensive-care/GhsuContentPage.aspx?nd=601" target="_blank" title="Info about the (The Medical College of Georgia) The Children's Medical Center’s Level III D (highest level) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Augusta, Georgia:">Neonatal ICU</a> Nurse at the <a href="http://www.georgiahealth.edu/medicine" target="_blank" title="Homepage of The Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Health Sciences University in Augusta, Georgia:">Medical College of Georgia</a> in Augusta — and a Neurology nurse at </b><b><a href="http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Institute in New York, New York:">Columbia Presbyterian Medical Institute</a> in New York, New York from which she medically retired.</b></div>
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<b>Some of the organizations that recognized her work included: <a href="http://www.essence.com/" target="_blank" title="Essence Magazine:">Essence Magazine</a>, <a href="http://www.ncnw.org/" target="_blank" title="National Council of Negro Women, Inc.:">The National Council of Negro Women</a>, the <a href="http://www.galbc.org/cm/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Black Legislative Caucus">Georgia Black Legislative Caucus</a>, the <a href="http://www.house.ga.gov/" target="_blank" title="Georgia House of Representatives:">Georgia House of Representatives</a>, the <a href="http://www.georgia.gov/" target="_blank" title="State of Georgia:">State of Georgia </a>and the <a href="http://www.augustaga.gov/" target="_blank" title="City of Augusta:">City of Augusta</a>.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara was born to </b><b>Mrs. Lillian C. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia and the late </b><b>Mr. Ernest Thurmond.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond took her crusade against black-on-black violence to the public through articles, stories, and guest editorials in The Augusta Chronicle newspaper in Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>The Augusta Chronicle newspaper also wrote editorials about the causes created by Thurmond and many others who helped - and the paper memorialized the courageous activist following her untimely death.</b></div>
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<b>Stop the violence activist Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia co-founded Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc. with her sister Earnestine Covington in June 1991.</b><br />
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<b>Part of an Augusta Chronicle Editorial reacting to the August 2006 death of Barbara Thurmond</b></div>
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<b>Courage defined the life of </b><b>Barbara Ann Thurmond, whose funeral services are being held today at Augusta's Tabernacle Baptist Church.</b></div>
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<b>She died much too young at age 56, but in that brief life she displayed enough courage for many lifetimes.</b></div>
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<b>“<i>Joy in my Heart: My Journey From Hopelessness to Happiness</i>,” released two years ago, recounted the pain, trials and tribulations she suffered after being diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor in 1983 that forced her into a wheelchair as a paraplegic.</b></div>
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<b>Though Mrs. Thurmond was debilitated physically, she refused to let the illness defeat her feisty spirit and enduring spirituality.</b></div>
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<b>The Renée Olubunmi Rondeau Peace Foundation Website Has a Tribute to Barbara Thurmond on its website</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond Memoriam by National Coalition of Victims in Action (NCVIA) Board of Directors:</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond Honored in 2005 by Georgia House of Representatives in House Resolution 2267:</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond was honored in 2005 by the</b><b> Georgia House of Representatives in a resolution sponsored by </b><b>Georgia Rep. Henry Howard and </b><b>Georgia Rep. Quincy Murphy, both Democrats of Augusta:</b></div>
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<b>WHEREAS, Barbara has received the Essence Award from Essence Magazine and was selected as one of five women in the United States "who go above and beyond," based upon her community involvement and volunteerism, by the National Council of Negro Women; and</b></div>
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<b>WHEREAS, she is a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia, the Black Heritage Commission, the Central Savannah River Area Girl Scouts, Handgun Control, Inc., Able/Disabled, the Association of Georgians With Disabilities, and other organizations too numerous to list.</b></div>
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<b>NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor Barbara Thurmond for her tireless efforts in support of the victims of violent crime and their survivors.</b></div>
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<b>BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Barbara Thurmond.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia was the $10,000 grand prize winner of the 2001 Women of Wonder (WOW) contest involving African-American woman between the ages of 25 and 54 who make a significant impact in the lives of others.</b></div>
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<b>Thurmond founded Blacks Against Crimes, Inc.; launched a "Stop the Killing" movement that identified the causes of black-on-black violence; was director of "Think Bigger," a monthly program developed to reduce youth violence and drug abuse; used the media to raise awareness of the problem, organized a speakers bureau, was an advocate for victims' rights and was a member of ten additional community boards without compensation.</b></div>
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<b>"Ms. Thurmond is a woman whose relentless fight for empowerment makes her a woman of wonder," said <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/laura-w-murphy/dr-dorothy-height-told-us_b_557048.html" target="_blank" title="Huffington Post story by Laura W. Murphy, Director ACLU Washington Legislative Office: "Dr. Dorothy Height Told Us That It's Not a Man's Civil Rights World":">Dr. Dorothy I. Height</a>, <a href="http://www.abhmuseum.org/2012/03/today-we-celebrate-the-life-of-dorothy-height-national-leader-in-the-struggle-for-justice/" target="_blank" title="America’s Black Holocaust Museum page about famous social activist Dr. Dorothy Height - who won both the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1994, and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2004:">Chairperson</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_Height" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about famous social activist Dr. Dorothy Height - who won both the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1994, and the Congressional Gold Medal in 2004:">NCNW President Emerita</a>.</b></div>
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<b>The “unselfish efforts” of Barbara Thurmond “to fight crime in her community and seek healing for crime victims epitomizes the spirit of the Women of Wonder contest," said Pamela Jordan, spokesperson for Aunt Jemima.</b></div>
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<b>"The ten-year partnership between the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. and the Aunt Jemima® Brand of The Quaker Oats Company has helped us celebrate the positive influence of African-American women, not only on our communities, but on the world," Dr. Height said.</b></div>
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<b>Augusta, Georgia Television Station WRDW TV-12 stories about the stop the violence efforts of Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Founder Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>TV-12 did stories about the admirable causes created by Thurmond and many others who helped in the fight - and the TV station memorialized the courageous activist following her untimely death.</b></div>
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<b>Stop the Violence Activist Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia co-founded Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc. with her sister Earnestine Covington in June 1991.</b></div>
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<b>We thank WRDW-TV for its many stories about Barbara Thurmond - and this .pdf is a compilation of the TV-12 news stories.</b></div>
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<b>WRDW TV-12 (North Augusta, South Carolina) coverage remembering the accomplishments of Barbara Thurmond upon word of her death in August 2006</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.wrdw.com/home/headlines/3753382.html">http://www.wrdw.com/home/headlines/3753382.html</a></b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond was disturbed at black on black crime in the early 90's.</b></div>
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<b> It led her to form an organization to bring awareness to the problem...and despite her illness, she never left the fight.</b></div>
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<b>By Reporter Domonique Benn</b></div>
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<b>People who knew Barbara Thurmond say she was a rare individual with rare insights.</b></div>
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<b>The retired nurse co-founded Blacks Against Black Crimes back in 1991.</b></div>
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<b>The people who helped her bring awareness want to secure her legacy as they continue to fight black on black crime.</b></div>
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<b>It led her to form an organization to bring awareness to the problem...and despite her illness, she never left the fight.</b></div>
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<b>Blacks Against Black Crimes formed in 1991.</b></div>
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<b>97 percent were black on black.</b></div>
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<b>"Actually, we are almost back to where we were," he says.</b></div>
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<b>"We just decided to call it what it was," she said in 1997.</b></div>
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<b>And some say it is slowly becoming an epidemic again, with recent murders and violence on Martin Luther King Boulevard, Eve Street, Pepperidge, and a gas station shooting.</b></div>
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<b>Investigator Richard Roundtree says all of them were crimes committed by blacks on blacks.</b></div>
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<b>"Right now it's still a problem," he says. "We have a lot of violent acts happening in our community. Unfortunately they are within some racial structure."</b></div>
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<b>"There are those of us who are starting to get the same feelings we got back in the 80's that there is something wrong," Dicks says, "that there are too many dead bodies showing up that there are too many shootings."</b></div>
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<b>So they're picking up the pace once again, this time without Barbara Thurmond...the woman who left too soon, but never left anything undone.</b></div>
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<b>The Sheriff's Department agrees that more organizations like Blacks Against Black Crimes are needed in the community to help with the fight.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond's funeral is set for later this week.</b></div>
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<b>TV-12 coverage of the Barbara Thurmond "Farewell to an Angel"</b></div>
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<b>Today, family, friends, and city leaders paid their last respects to a woman who spent much of her life fighting black on black crime and challenged the community to stand up.</b></div>
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<b>By Reporter Domonique Benn</b></div>
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<b>The city has proclaimed September 1 a day of mourning on behalf of Barbara Thurmond and her works on behalf of the community.</b></div>
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<b>Today, family, friends, and city leaders paid their last respects to a woman who spent much of her life fighting black on black crime and challenged the community to stand up.</b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond was challenged herself, but she did not allow her disability to handicap her life.</b></div>
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<b>Former mayoral candidate Willie Mays and Mayor Pro Tem Marion Williams both called Thurmond friend.</b></div>
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<b>"My friend Barbara was a person who owned a wheelchair, but that wheelchair did not own Barbara," said Willie Mays.</b></div>
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<b>"When she got ill, she still continued to fight to change the structure of the community as to what's going on," Marion Williams said.</b></div>
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<b>A disturbing trend was going on in Augusta during the early 90's, and it was Barbara Thurmond who worked to end black on black crime.</b></div>
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<b>Sheriff Ronnie Strength calls her a friend of the sheriff's office.</b></div>
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<b>"It was a great concern of hers, and it's a great concern of all of ours," he said. "I just hope somebody picks up where she left off."</b></div>
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<b>"Because of her concern for her community, violent crimes went down and victim respect went up," said Rep. Quincy Murphy.</b></div>
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<b>But there will be big shoes to fill. Thurmond leaves behind a rich legacy.</b></div>
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<b>District attorney Danny Craig met Thurmond soon after she began Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc.</b></div>
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<b>"She did not allow her situation to take charge of her life," said Thurmond's cousin, Melvin Ivey.</b></div>
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<b>"A few mornings ago our angel got her wings and just in eternity with her best friend the one who understood her and the one she never took her hand from," Mays said.</b></div>
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<b>Even after her death, today at her funeral, Thurmond was awarded a National Victims' Assistance Award.</b></div>
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<b>TV-12 coverage of anti-violence goals and dreams of the late Barbara Thurmond and the effort by churches to stem violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.savethis.clickability.com/st/saveThisApp?clickMap=link&webPadID=K1000516055">Local Churches Fight Violence With Prayer, Fasting</a></b></h2>
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<b>Local churches unite to fight increasing black on black crime.</b></div>
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<b> It was the dying wish of Augusta's Barbara Thurmond, a longtime crime fighter.</b></div>
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<b> Today, it's a reality.</b></div>
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<b>Local churches unite to fight increasing black on black crime.</b></div>
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<b>The group Blacks against Black Crime says the problem is out of control, and that's why they're kicking off a 40 day prayer vigil at New Creation Baptist Church.</b></div>
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<b>The group's leader says the goal is to remind people through prayer to value human life.</b></div>
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<b>All the recent crime has a single mother living in fear.</b></div>
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<b>Janice Dukes recently found herself face to face with the barrel of a gun...while her baby was in the car.</b></div>
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<b>She says she was robbed at gunpoint in the Burger King drive-thru.</b></div>
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<b>"All the time you always got to watch your back," she told News 12.</b></div>
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<b>"Ever since it happened I'm in after dark...and that shouldn't have to be."</b></div>
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<b>Frank Johnson, president of Blacks against Black Crime, Inc., says crimes like that are part of an alarming trend.</b></div>
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<b>"Folks are starting to devalue human life...and devaluing life is what we're against," he said.</b></div>
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<b>Sgt. Richard Roundtree says black on black crimes are happening more often in areas with high African American populations, like Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Cooney Circle off Olive Road.</b></div>
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<b>Those crimes continue to rise, with ten this weekend alone...including a shooting, a stabbing, and a drive-by shooting.</b></div>
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<b>"Anytime you introduce a weapon into any situation, there's potential for loss of life...and that's our concern," Sgt. Roundtree told News 12.</b></div>
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<b>The sheriff's office reports more than 2000 violent crimes in recent months, from simple assault to homicide.</b></div>
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<b>That's why Frank Johnson is turning to prayer.</b></div>
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<b>"Right now we're stopping to seek God's guidance to see how God would solve this," he said.</b></div>
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<b>"We just need the community to come together," said Janice Dukes.</b></div>
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<b>They're looking to God and the community to make black on black crime scenes a thing of the past.</b></div>
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<b>The group is passing out Bible verses encouraging people to respect others. They're also calling for a fast.</b></div>
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<b>Everyone across the area is invited to participate in the prayer and the fast.</b></div>
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<b>The HEART of Barbara Thurmond<br />
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<b>Barbara Thurmond and Blacks Against Blacks Crimes, Inc. joined with other organizations to create a innovation project called </b><b>HEART (Health, Education Augusta Richmond Tools) – that was designed to improve the troubled aspects of African-American life and focused on communities suffering most under the negative effects of the disparities in health outcomes and treatment like African Americans and Latinos.</b></div>
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<b>Those involved in the project included Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and community representatives, Blacks Against Blacks Crimes, Inc.; a pilot grant from the Southeast Community Research Center Tools for Change Project; funded by the Healthcare Georgia Foundation; Augusta-Richmond County Community Partnership for Children and Families, Inc.</b></div>
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<b>HEART prioritized health issues, research and collect data in an effort to implement effective programs to improve health disparities in the black community to “make our city a better place in which to live” and is “crucial to the health and future of the African-American Community,” said Barbara Thurmond, Blacks Against Blacks Crimes, Inc. president.</b></div>
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<b>Issues included environmental pollutants and waste sites created by local industries, high rates of cancer and other illnesses, poverty, crime, violence, and racism, and access to acceptable healthcare.</b></div>
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<b>The info on the project was explained in the Community Cornerstone (Winter/Spring 2005) A quarterly newsletter of the Augusta-Richmond County Community Partnership for Children and Families, Inc.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/89284717?access_key=key-2n7dhne5ggw378um5vz1" target="_blank" title="Barbara Thurmond and Blacks Against Blacks Crimes, Inc. joined with other organizations to create a innovation project called HEART (Health, Education Augusta Richmond Tools) – that was designed to improve the troubled aspects of African-American life and focused on communities suffering most under the negative effects of the disparities in health outcomes and treatment like African Americans and Latinos:">http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/89284717?access_key=key-2n7dhne5ggw378um5vz1</a></b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond and the African American Experience:</b></div>
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<b>Family and Community: The African American Experience From the African American Leadership Course by the Kwanzaa Gallery/Instructor Frank M. Johnson, Sr. of Augusta, Georgia.</b></div>
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<b>The PowerPoint Presentation includes Barbara Thurmond of Augusta.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/88263878?access_key=key-1e47jpoufrp4rj3yxup5">http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/88263878?access_key=key-1e47jpoufrp4rj3yxup5</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/TerenceDicks/d/88263878-Barbara-Thurmond-3-African-American-Leadership-Course-Family-and-Community" style="-x-system-font: none; display: block; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,Sans-serif; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 12px auto 6px auto; text-decoration: underline;" title="View Barbara Thurmond #3 African American Leadership Course Family and Community on Scribd">Barbara Thurmond #3 African American Leadership Course Family and Community</a><iframe class="scribd_iframe_embed" data-aspect-ratio="1.33333333333333" data-auto-height="true" frameborder="0" height="600" id="doc_65922" scrolling="no" src="http://www.scribd.com/embeds/88263878/content?start_page=1&view_mode=list&access_key=key-1e47jpoufrp4rj3yxup5" width="100%"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-book-cover-paperback-swap.jpg"><img alt="Barbara Thurmond Book Cover via Paperback Swap website" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1431" height="475" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-book-cover-paperback-swap.jpg" title="Barbara Thurmond Book Cover via Paperback Swap website" width="316" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-21.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft wp-image-1594" height="161" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/barbara-thurmond-21.jpg" title="Barbara Thurmond #2" width="113" /></a></b><b> Before her death in 2006 Barbara Thurmond wrote a book about her love for Augusta’s youth and all humanity.</b></div>
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<b>Entitled "</b><b><i>Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness,</i>" the book chronicles her experiences and explains the efforts stop the raging violence in African American communities across the Augusta area.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/TerenceDicks/d/90430278-Excerpts-From-Book-Joy-in-My-Heart-My-Journey-From-Hopelessness-to-Happiness-by-Barbara-Thurmond-Published-in-2003" style="-x-system-font: none; display: block; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,Sans-serif; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 12px auto 6px auto; text-decoration: underline;" title="View Excerpts From Book &quot;Joy in My Heart: My Journey From Hopelessness to Happiness&quot; by Barbara Thurmond Published in 2003 on Scribd">Excerpts From Book "Joy in My Heart: My Journey From Hopelessness to Happiness" by Barbar...</a><iframe class="scribd_iframe_embed" data-aspect-ratio="0.640167364016736" data-auto-height="true" frameborder="0" height="600" id="doc_80525" scrolling="no" src="http://www.scribd.com/embeds/90430278/content?start_page=1&view_mode=list&access_key=key-fgqzhigg8fm0sclbs05" width="100%"></iframe></b></div>
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<b>"</b><b><i>Joy in my Heart: My Journey from Hopelessness to Happiness</i>"</b></div>
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<b>2012 Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc. Annual Violence Awareness Programwas held on April 21, 2012 at the Beulah Grove Resource Center in Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/89385306?access_key=key-ara26xw5ybif9uro0tb" target="_blank" title="In Recognition of the 2012 National Crime Victims Rights Week (April 22-28, 2012): 2012 Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Violence Awareness Program:">http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/89385306?access_key=key-ara26xw5ybif9uro0tb</a></b></div>
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<b>The following information from Mr. Kirby L. Turner should be of great importance to everyone who cares about our youth - and there should be similar efforts and campaigns across the South, our major cities, the entire United States and, in fact, The World!</b></div>
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<b>Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/387956301234646" target="_blank" title="Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Annual Violence Awareness Program event is Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Beulah Grove Community Resource Center in Augusta, Georgia:">Annual Violence Awareness Program event</a> was held on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beulah-Grove-Community-Resource-Center/134217959963059" target="_blank" title="Facebook page for the Beulah Grove Community Resource Center:">Beulah Grove Community Resource Center</a> in Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>Facebook page about the event has been created by Kirby L. Turner</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1585117503" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of Kirby L. Turner:">http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1585117503</a></b></div>
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<b>Kirby L. Turner stated and posted a very important message to all who are concerned about our youth:</b></div>
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<b>I am glad you asked, The crimes here are in our faces and it must STOP!</b></div>
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<b>Please contact me at <a href="mailto:kltinc@earthlink.net" target="_blank" title="email Kirby L. Turner:">kltinc@earthlink.net</a> </b></div>
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<b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/387956301234646" target="_blank" title="cks Against Black Crimes, Inc. Annual Violence Awareness Program event on Facebook:">https://www.facebook.com/events/387956301234646</a></b></div>
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<b>The church was founded in 1885 by the </b><b>Reverend Dr. Charles Thomas Walker (1858-1921) - who was described as a noble thinker, writer and preacher.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kHA6vvEoqk" target="_blank" title="Black History Month videon on youtube about Reverend Dr. Charles Thomas Walker - founder of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia - Born a slave and orphaned at the age of 8, Rev. Walker overcame obstacles to become “an ordained Baptist minister, a writer, a newspaper publisher, a speaker and some say one of the most influential men and theologian in America at the turn of the century.”">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kHA6vvEoqk</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://negroartist.com/writings/Civil%20War%20era%20and%20post%20Civil%20War/Life%20of%20Charles%20T.%20Walker,%20D.D.pdf" target="_blank" title="A Historical Document (using the sometimes offensive vernacular of the day) about the life of Reverend Dr. Charles Thomas Walker Born a slave and orphaned at the age of 8, Rev. Walker overcame obstacles to become “an ordained Baptist minister, a writer, a newspaper publisher, a speaker and some say one of the most influential men and theologian in America at the turn of the century.”:">http://negroartist.com/writings/Civil%20War%20era%20and%20post%20Civil%20War/Life%20of%20Charles%20T.%20Walker,%20D.D.pdf</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://docsouth.unc.edu/neh/floyd/floyd.html" target="_blank" title="A Historical Document (using the sometimes offensive vernacular of the day) about the life of Reverend Dr. Charles Thomas Walker Born a slave and orphaned at the age of 8, Rev. Walker overcame obstacles to become “an ordained Baptist minister, a writer, a newspaper publisher, a speaker and some say one of the most influential men and theologian in America at the turn of the century.”:">http://docsouth.unc.edu/neh/floyd/floyd.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=14243569" target="_blank" title="Info and photos of the Augusta, Georgia grave of famed Reverend Dr. Charles Thomas Walker (1858-1921) - Born a slave and orphaned at the age of 8, Rev. Walker overcame obstacles to become “an ordained Baptist minister, a writer, a newspaper publisher, a speaker and some say one of the most influential men and theologian in America at the turn of the century.”:">http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=14243569</a></b></div>
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<b>Honoring two community servants and victim's rights advocate who Barbara Thurmond respected: Then-D.A. Superior Court Judge Danny Craig and D.A.'s office victim assistant coordinator Sheila Stahl:</b></h2>
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<b>Honoring Former Augusta Judicial Circuit District Attorney and Current Superior Court Judge Danny Craig - whom Barbara Thurmond said - put victims first and gave long terms to violent offenders</b></h3>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond recognized then-Augusta Judicial Circuit District Attorney Danny Craig for helping to reduce black-on-black violence because he implemented some of the requests of her group resulting in “a much better system and a safer community.”</b></div>
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<b>Craig listened to “the voices of all crime victims and has prosecuted homicide cases equitably,” Thurmond said. “We have seen more murder convictions for black-on-black homicide” and “this has contributed to the decline” in violent crime.</b></div>
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<b>After first being elected in 1993, Craig served District Attorney of the Augusta Judicial Circuit for about 15 years.</b></div>
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<b>If Barbara were alive today - she’d still be contacting Craig, who is now a superior court judge.</b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Former Augusta Judicial Circuit D.A. Danny Craig raises his hand on Monday, February 18, 2008 in the Georgia Senate chamber of the Capitol in Atlanta to take the oath of office for Augusta Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge. Mr. Craig's wife Crystal Craig watches holding a Bible. (Morris News Service Photo by <a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/authors/walter-c-jones">Walter C. Jones</a>) <a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/02/19/met_187864.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/02/19/met_187864.shtml</a></b></td></tr>
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<b>In Feb. 2008, Craig became a Superior Court Judge - appointed by the governor to replace 11-year Judge Neal Dickert who resigned and returned to private law practice.</b></div>
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<b>Assistant D.A. Rebecca "Ashley" Wright to replace Craig as District Attorney in 2008 and she has won re-election since.</b></div>
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<b>Superior Court Judge Danny Craig handles domestic, civil and criminal cases for Richmond, Columbia and Burke Counties in east Georgia.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.wrdw.com/home/headlines/15669567.html" target="_blank" title="WRDW TV12 news story about Danny Craig being appointed Superior Court Judge:"><img alt="Danny Craig video still by WRDW TV-12 in North Augusta, S.C." class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1630" height="120" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/danny-craig-tv-12.jpg" title="Danny Craig video still by WRDW TV-12 in North Augusta, S.C." width="200" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.wrdw.com/home/headlines/15669567.html" target="_blank" title="WRDW TV12 news story about Danny Craig being appointed Superior Court Judge:">http://www.wrdw.com/home/headlines/15669567.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/02/19/met_187864.shtml" target="_blank" title="Linkt to Augusta Chronicle news story about Former Augusta Judicial Circuit D.A. Danny Craig being sworn-in on Monday, February 18, 2008 in the Georgia Senate chamber of the Capitol in Atlanta to take the oath of office for Augusta Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge. Mr. Craig's wife Crystal Craig watched the ceremony holding a Bible. (Morris News Service Photo and Story by Walter C. Jones)">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2008/02/19/met_187864.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b>Always willing to serve, Judge Craig has portrayed well-known local figures of the past during Historic Augusta's “Walk With the Spirits” cemetery tours including at Summerville Cemetery and Magnolia Cemetery, one of Augusta's oldest cemeteries.</b></div>
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<b>Judge Craig’s historical portrayals included a famous <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augusta,_Georgia" title="Augusta, Georgia">Augusta, Georgia</a> father and son:</b></div>
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<b>Danny Craig portrayed:</b><br />
<b><a href="http://click.infospace.com/ClickHandler.ashx?du=http%3a%2f%2fwww.andreascenter.org%2fArticles%2fLamar.htm&ru=http%3a%2f%2fwww.andreascenter.org%2fArticles%2fLamar.htm&ld=20120411&ap=10&app=1&c=pchblingo4&s=pchblingo4&coi=239137&cop=main-title&euip=24.177.151.92&npp=10&p=0&pp=0&pvaid=08231f1593a8438cb139b7e368857818&ep=6&mid=9&hash=14A01A8F111C2D4206B9A8223CC0921A" target="_blank">The Rev. James Sanford Lamar</a> (1829-1908), the pastor of First Christian Church, publisher of The Christian Union and later associate editor of the Christian Standard (wrote “Organon of Scripture: Or the Inductive Method of Biblical Interpretation”).</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/united-states-supreme-court-justice-joseph-rucker-lamar-1857-1916.jpg"><img alt="United States Supreme Court Justice Joseph Rucker Lamar (1857-1916). 1910 U.S. Government photo of United States Supreme Court Justice Joseph Rucker Lamar from Library of Congress's Prints and Photographs." class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-1633" height="150" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/united-states-supreme-court-justice-joseph-rucker-lamar-1857-1916.jpg?w=96" title="United States Supreme Court Justice Joseph Rucker Lamar (1857-1916). 1910 U.S. Government photo of United States Supreme Court Justice Joseph Rucker Lamar from Library of Congress's Prints and Photographs." width="96" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://click.infospace.com/ClickHandler.ashx?du=en.wikipedia.org%2fwiki%2fJoseph_Rucker_Lamar&ru=http%3a%2f%2fen.wikipedia.org%2fwiki%2fJoseph_Rucker_Lamar&ld=20120411&ap=3&app=1&c=pchblingo4&s=pchblingo4&coi=374914&cop=main-title&euip=24.177.151.92&npp=3&p=0&pp=0&pvaid=84ee635f21d14963814c64cbd65f2940&ep=1&mid=9&hash=B928D7805158859DEB0DA3C060907E41" target="_blank" title="Joseph Rucker Lamar (1857-1916), an Augusta lawyer and United States Supreme Court Justice in the early 20th century who died after only five years on the court (Dec. 17, 1910 – Jan. 2, 1916) after falling into ill-health – dying only 8 years after his father.">Joseph Rucker Lamar</a> (1857-1916), an Augusta lawyer and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Supreme_Court" title="United States Supreme Court">United States Supreme Court</a> Justice in the early 20th century who died after only five years on the court (Dec. 17, 1910 – Jan. 2, 1916) after falling into ill-health – dying only 8 years after his father.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.augustaga.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=139" target="_blank" title="Richmond County Court Calendars">Court Calendar by County</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.augustaga.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=148" target="_blank" title="Richmond County Calendars">Richmond County Calendars</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.augustaga.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=149" target="_self" title="Columbia County Calendars">Columbia County Calendars</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.augustaga.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=150" target="_blank" title="Burke County Calendars">Burke County Calendars</a></b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond requested paying tribute to victim's right advocate Sheila Stahl of Augusta, Georgia - who worked for then-D.A. Danny Craig:</b></h3>
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<b>Richmond County District Attorney's office Victim Assistance coordinator Sheila Stahl (right) talks with </b><b>Jason Glista (left), the husband of serial murder victim <a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2000/09/13/met_295898.shtml" target="_blank" title="Comrades remember U.S. Army Sgt. Marni Glista, one of three young women killed by a serial killer in the Augusta, Georgia area during a two-state crime spree in 1999 and 2000.">Marni Glista</a>, before the arraignment hearing for mass murderer Reinaldo Rivera at the Augusta Law Enforcement Center.<br />
Reinaldo Rivera sits on</b><b> Georgia’s Death Row awaiting execution for the murder and rape of four Augusta area women: </b><b>Army Sgt. Marni Glista, 21, who died on Sept. 9, 2000; </b><b>Tabitha Bosdell, 17; </b><b>Melissa Dingess, 17; and </b><b>Tiffaney Wilson, 17. </b><b>Photo by Jonathan Ernst, Augusta Chronicle Staff</b></h5>
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<b>Honoring Sheila Stahl, who was director of the </b><b>Victims Assistance Department of the</b><b> Augusta-Richmond County judicial system until February 2002.</b></div>
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<b>Stahl worked feverishly on many levels to help victims of crime:</b></div>
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<b>The <a href="https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/grants/204431.pdf" target="_blank" title="An Updated Assessment of the Federal Assault Weapons Ban: Impacts on Gun Markets and Gun Violence, 1994-2003 Report to the National Institute of Justice, United States Department of Justice By Christopher S. Koper (Principal Investigator) With Daniel J. Woods and Jeffrey A. Roth June 2004:">Federal Assault Weapons Ban</a> (<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federal_Assault_Weapons_Ban" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page on the Federal Assaults Weapons Ban aka AWB:">AWB</a>) (or <a href="http://www.blogger.com/Public%20Safety%20and%20Recreational%20Firearms%20Use%20Protection%20Act" target="_blank" title="The official code/bill Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act on the U.S. House of Representatives website aka U.S. Congress website:">Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act</a>) was a subtitle of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violent_Crime_Control_and_Law_Enforcement_Act" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for info about the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act">Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-103hr3355enr/pdf/BILLS-103hr3355enr.pdf" target="_blank" title="Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 - House Resolution (H. R. 3355) House of Representatives website aka U.S. Congress on the U.S. Goverment. Printing Office (GPO) website::">The 10-year ban on assault weapons</a> expired on September 13, 2004</b></div>
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<b>Despite many attempts to renew the <a href="http://http//www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R40812.pdf" target="_blank" title="Congressional Research Service info on Federal Crime Control Issues in the 111th Congress by Kristin M. Finklea an Analyst in Domestic Security (On the Federation of American Scientists website):">federal assault weapons ban</a> - <a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/legislation/msassaultweapons" target="_blank" title="Info on the expired Federal Assault Weapons ban and proposed updates that U.S. Lawmakers won't even vote on since original bill expired - provided by Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">no bill has reached the floor</a> of the U.S. Congress for a vote.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/" target="_blank" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1526" height="109" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-campaign-against-gun-violence-logo.png" title="Brady Campaign Against Gun Violence logo" width="205" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycenter.org/" target="_blank" title="The Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1520" height="52" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-center-to-prevent-gun-violence-banner1.jpg" title="Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence banner" width="591" /></a></b></div>
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<b>The Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/" target="_blank" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1519" height="58" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-campaign-to-prevent-gun-violence-banner1.jpg" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence banner" width="588" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/" target="_blank" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">http://www.bradycampaign.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycenter.org/" target="_blank" title="Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence graphic on gun murders:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1521" height="202" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-center-to-prevent-gun-violence-graphic-on-gun-murders1.jpg" title="Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence graphic on gun murders" width="640" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://philanthropy.com/article/article-content/125989/" target="_blank" title="Philanthropy.com website photo of efforts by Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence to get Assault Weapons Ban renewed:"><img alt="Philanthropy.com website photo of efforts by Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence to get Assault Weapons Ban renewed" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1530" height="272" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/philanthropy-com-website-photo-of-efforts-by-brady-campaign-to-end-gun-violence-to-get-assault-weapons-ban-renewed1.jpg" title="Philanthropy.com website photo of efforts by Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence to get Assault Weapons Ban renewed" width="340" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Facebook page of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/bradycampaign" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">http://www.facebook.com/bradycampaign</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-twitter-logo1.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1522" height="128" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-twitter-logo1.jpg" title="Brady Twitter Logo" width="128" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Twitter site of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/bradybuzz" target="_blank" title="Twitter site for the Brady Center/Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">@bradybuzz</a></b></div>
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<b>We want an America free of gun violence.</b></div>
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<b>We educate about the dangers of guns in homes.</b></div>
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<b>We honor victims and advocate for strong laws.</b></div>
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<b>Strong Gun Laws Work!</b></div>
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<b><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/bradybuzz" target="_blank" title="Twitter site for the Brady Center/Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">https://twitter.com/#!/bradybuzz</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/xshare/Facts/Gun_Death_and_Injury_Stat_Sheet_2008__2009_FINAL.pdf" target="_blank" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence info on shocking and tragic Gun Death and Injury Stats:"><img alt="Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence photo of assault weapon" class="alignnone wp-image-1527" height="342" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/brady-campaign-to-end-gun-violence-photo-of-assault-weapon.jpg" title="Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence photo of assault weapon" width="286" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence Shocking and Tragic Gun Death and Injury Stats:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/xshare/Facts/Gun_Death_and_Injury_Stat_Sheet_2008__2009_FINAL.pdf" target="_blank" title="Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence info on shocking and tragic Gun Death and Injury Stats:">http://www.bradycampaign.org/xshare/Facts/Gun_Death_and_Injury_Stat_Sheet_2008__2009_FINAL.pdf</a></b></div>
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<b>Wikipedia page about the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brady_Campaign" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brady_Campaign</a></b></div>
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<b>Wikipedia page on the Million Mom March/Rally on Mother's Day, Sun., May 14, 2000:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Million_Mom_March" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about the Million Mom March and Rally on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, 2000:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Million_Mom_March</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://poscom.com/case-studies/million-mom-march/" target="_blank" title="Million Mom March crowd shot from Positive Communications website:"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-1529" height="333" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/million-mom-march-crowd-shot-from-positive-communications-website.jpg" title="Million Mom March crowd shot from Positive Communications website" width="444" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Facebook page of the Million Mom March</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Million-Mom-March-Mothers-Day-2011-in-Washington-DC/153380204718360" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of the Million Mom March:">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Million-Mom-March-Mothers-Day-2011-in-Washington-DC/153380204718360</a></b></div>
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<b>Million Mom March</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.millionmommarch.com/" target="_blank" title="Info on the Million Mom March efforts by the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">http://www.millionmommarch.com</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/chapters/" target="_blank" title="Chapters info on the Million Mom March efforts by the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence:">http://www.bradycampaign.org/chapters/</a></b></div>
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<b>To create a Million Mom March Chapter email:</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:mmmchapters@bradymail.org">mmmchapters@bradymail.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/atlanta-million-moms-march-chapter-logo.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1479" height="267" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/atlanta-million-moms-march-chapter-logo.jpg" title="Atlanta Million Moms March Chapter logo" width="240" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Greater Atlanta Million Mom March Chapter</b></div>
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<b>Valerie, President</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/chapters/contact/chapter/138">Email</a> the Chapter</b></div>
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<b><a href="https://secure2.convio.net/mmm/site/Donation?ACTION=SHOW_DONATION_OPTIONS&CAMPAIGN_ID=1346">Donate</a> to the Atlanta Chapter</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:mmmchapters@bradymail.org?subject=New%20Chapter" target="_blank">Click here</a> to help us build in other areas of Georgia</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.bradycampaign.org/stategunlaws/GA">Click here</a> for Georgia state gun laws</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.urban.org/index.cfm"><img alt="The Urban Institute banner:" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1544" height="70" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/the-urban-institute-banner.gif" title="The Urban Institute banner:" width="640" /></a></b></div>
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<b>The Urban Institute</b></div>
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<b>Washington, D.C.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.urban.org/index.cfm" target="_blank" title="Homepage of The Urban Institute in Washington, D.C.:">http://www.urban.org/index.cfm</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.urban.org/about/contact.cfm" target="_blank" title="Contact page of The Urban Institute in Washington, D.C.:">http://www.urban.org/about/contact.cfm</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.urban.org/about/officers-and-trustees.cfm" target="_blank" title="Officers and trustees of The Urban Institute in Washington, D.C.:">http://www.urban.org/about/officers-and-trustees.cfm</a></b></div>
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<b>Urban Institute</b></div>
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<b>2100 M Street, N.W.</b></div>
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<b>Washington, DC</b></div>
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<b>202-833-7200 (office)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.georgiansforgunsafety.org/" target="_blank" title="Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety:"><img alt="Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety:" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1524" height="28" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/georgians-for-gun-safety-logo1.gif" title="Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety:" width="249" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.georgiansforgunsafety.org/" target="_blank" title="Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety:">http://www.georgiansforgunsafety.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.georgiansforgunsafety.org/links" target="_blank" title="Nonprofit Georgians for Gun Safety links:">http://www.georgiansforgunsafety.org/links</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://georgiansforgunsafety.com/" target="_blank" title="Georgians for Gun Safety:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1525" height="97" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/georgians-for-gun-safety-com-logo1.jpg" title="Georgians for Gun Safety.com logo" width="369" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Georgians for Gun Safety</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://georgiansforgunsafety.com/" target="_blank" title="Georgians for Gun Safety:">http://georgiansforgunsafety.com</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:info@georgiansforgunsafety.com" target="_blank" title="email Georgians for Gunsafety - both .com and .org:">info@georgiansforgunsafety.com</a></b></div>
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<b>Americans for Gun Safety Foundation info on Wikipedia:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Americans_for_Gun_Safety_Foundation" target="_blank" title="Americans for Gun Safety Foundation info on Wikipedia:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Americans_for_Gun_Safety_Foundation</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firearm_safety" target="_blank" title="Firearm Safety info on Wikipedia:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Firearm_safety</a></b></div>
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<b>Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI):</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.fbi.gov/">http://www.fbi.gov</a></b></div>
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<b>Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI):</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://gbi.georgia.gov/">http://gbi.georgia.gov</a></b></div>
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<b>FBI links to the official U.S. states and tribal Sex Offender Lists/Registry:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.fbi.gov/scams-safety/registry" target="_blank" title="FBI links to the official U.S. states and tribal Sex Offender Lists/Registry:">http://www.fbi.gov/scams-safety/registry</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://gbi.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,67862954_87983024,00.html" target="_blank" title="GBI Georgia Sex Offender Registry:"><img alt="GBI Georgia Sex Offender Registry banner" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1502" height="124" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ga-sex-offender-registry-logo.jpg" title="GBI Georgia Sex Offender Registry banner" width="333" /></a></b></div>
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<b>State of Georgia sex offender registry:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://gbi.georgia.gov/00/channel_faq/0,2627,67862954_86708497,00.html" target="_blank" title="Official State of Georgia sex offender registry:">http://gbi.georgia.gov/00/channel_faq/0,2627,67862954_86708497,00.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://gbi.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,67862954_87983024,00.html" target="_blank" title="Official State of Georgia sex offender registry:">http://gbi.georgia.gov/00/channel_modifieddate/0,2096,67862954_87983024,00.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://services.georgia.gov/gbi/gbisor/SORSearch.jsp" target="_blank" title="GBI lists services it provides for residents of Georgia while investigating crime and for crime victims::">http://services.georgia.gov/gbi/gbisor/SORSearch.jsp</a></b></div>
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<b>State of Georgia list of state agencies:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.georgia.gov/00/topic_index_channel/0,2092,4802_937045,00.html">http://www.georgia.gov/00/topic_index_channel/0,2092,4802_937045,00.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com/" target="_blank" title="The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police was founded, built and is managed by Senior Sergeant (Retired) Terrance D Martin:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1511" height="76" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/official-directory-of-state-patrol-state-police-banner.jpg" title="Official Directory of State Patrol & State Police banner" width="340" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com/" target="_blank" title="The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police was founded, built and is managed by Senior Sergeant (Retired) Terrance D Martin:">The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police</a> was founded, built and is managed by Senior Sergeant (Retired) <a href="http://www.terrymartin.us/Short.htm" target="_blank" title="Vermont State Police Senior Sergeant (Retired) Terrance D. Martin - who retired in 1994 from the Vermont State Police after 28 years.">Terrance D. Martin</a>.</b></div>
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<b>Sergeant Martin retired in 1994 from the <a href="http://vsp.vermont.gov/" target="_blank" title="Vermont State Police homepage:">Vermont State Police</a> after 28 years.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com/" target="_blank" title="The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police was founded, built and is managed by Senior Sergeant (Retired) Terrance D Martin:">http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com</a></b></div>
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<b>Click <a href="http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com/#Menu" target="_blank" title="Main Menu of the The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police:">HERE</a> for Main Menu</b></div>
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<b>Click <a href="http://www.statetroopersdirectory.com/Troops.htm" target="_blank" title="Troopers homepage of the The Official Directory of State Patrol and State Police:">HERE</a> for Personal Home Page</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/victims-right-to-speak-impact-statements-logo.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1514" height="127" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/victims-right-to-speak-impact-statements-logo.jpg" title="Victims Right to Speak Impact Statements logo" width="351" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/james-rowland-victim-impact-statement-father.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-1515" height="135" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/james-rowland-victim-impact-statement-father.png" title="James Rowland victim-impact statement father" width="169" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Honoring Mr. James Rowland, Father of the Victim-Impact Statement:</b></div>
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<li><b>Founding member of the National Organization for Victim Assistance</b></li>
<li><b>Former Director of the California Department of Corrections</b></li>
<li><b>Former Director of the California Youth Authority</b></li>
<li><b>Founding Chair of the American Correctional Association's Task Force on Victims of Crime</b></li>
<li><b>Former deputy sheriff in San Bernardino County, California</b></li>
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<b>Interview with Mr. James Rowland:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/university-of-akron-logo.gif"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1513" height="70" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/university-of-akron-logo.gif" title="University of Akron logo" width="158" /></a><a href="http://www.justicesolutions.org/" target="_blank" title="Justice Solutions: A Website by Crime Victim Professionals for Crime Victim Professionals:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1504" height="147" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/justice-solutions-logo.png" title="Justice Solutions logo" width="100" /></a></b></div>
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<b>An Oral History of the Crime Victim Assistance Field - Video and Audio Archive hosted by the University of Akron and Justice Solutions</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://vroh.uakron.edu/summaries/Rowland.php" target="_blank" title="Interview with James Rowland: An Oral History of the Crime Victim Assistance Field - Video and Audio Archive hosted by the University of Akron and Justice Solutions - Victim-Impact Statement Oral History:">http://vroh.uakron.edu/summaries/Rowland.php</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/justice-solutions-banner.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1518" height="115" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/justice-solutions-banner.png" title="Justice Solutions banner" width="638" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Justice Solutions:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justicesolutions.org/" target="_blank" title="Justice Solutions: A Website by Crime Victim Professionals for Crime Victim Professionals:">http://www.justicesolutions.org</a></b></div>
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<b>National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA)</b></div>
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<b>510 King Street, Suite 424</b></div>
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<b>Alexandria, VA</b></div>
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<b>Victim assistance:</b></div>
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<b><i>If you are having a life threatening emergency, please call 911</i></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/National%20Organization%20for%20Victim%20Assistance%20%28NOVA%29" target="_blank" title="National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) - Assisting Victims of Crime:"> http://www.trynova.org/help-crisis-victim/overview</a> </b><br />
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<b>703-535-6682 (office)</b></div>
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<b>38<sup>th</sup> National Organization for Victim Assistance Conference</b></div>
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<b>The nationally and internationally recognized NOVA Conference has been providing quality training in victim assistance and crisis response since 1975.</b></div>
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<b>This annual training resource involving four days of over 100 skill-based workshops, plenary events and networking opportunities.</b></div>
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<b>San Diego, California</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ovc.gov/" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC):"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1510" height="71" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/office-of-victims-of-crime-banner.gif" title="Office of Victims of Crime banner" width="508" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Office of Victims of Crime (OVC):</b></div>
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<b>OVC is one of seven components within the <a href="http://www.ojp.gov/" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) - OVC is one of seven components within the Office of Justice Programs:">Office of Justice Programs</a>, <a href="http://www.justice.gov/" target="_blank" title="U.S. Department of Justice:">U.S. Department of Justice</a>.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ovc.gov/about/frost_bio.html" target="_blank" title="Joye E. Frost, Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) Acting Director:">Joye E. Frost</a>, Acting Director</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ovc.gov/" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC):">http://www.ovc.gov</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.crimevictims.gov/" target="_blank" title="2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1495" height="111" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/crimevictims-gov.jpg" title="CrimeVictims.gov" width="588" /></a></b></div>
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<b>2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.crimevictims.gov/" target="_blank" title="2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week:">http://www.crimevictims.gov</a></b></div>
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<b>2012 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week</b></div>
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<b>April 22-28, 2012</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/OVCLetter.pdf">Letter From OVC</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/NCVCLetter.pdf">Letter From NCVC</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/AtAGlance.pdf">At A Glance</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/FAQs.pdf">Frequently Asked Questions</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/Overview.pdf">Resource Guide Overview</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/MaximizingCommunication.pdf" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) - Maximizing Communication and Awareness::">Maximizing Communication and Awareness</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/Artwork.pdf">Resource Guide Artwork</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/WorkingWithTheMedia.pdf" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) - Working with the Media:">Working with the Media</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/Landmarks.pdf" target="_blank" title="Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) - Landmarks in Victims’ Rights and Services:">Landmarks in Victims’ Rights and Services</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/ncvrw2012/pdf/StatisticalOverviews.pdf">Statistical Overviews</a></b></div>
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<b>Order Online:</b></div>
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<b><a href="https://www.ncjrs.gov/App/shoppingcart/ShopCart.aspx?item=NCJ%20235596&repro=0" target="_blank" title="Free Resource Guide (and Poster) but there is a $5 S&H total cost:">Resource Guide</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="https://www.ncjrs.gov/App/shoppingcart/ShopCart.aspx?item=PS000024&repro=0" target="_blank" title="Free Poster (and Free Resource Guide) but there is a $5 S&H total cost:">Theme Poster</a> (Free Guide/Poster but $5 S&H total cost)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/" target="_blank" title="U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1499" height="159" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/doj-banner.jpg" title="DOJ Banner" width="338" /></a></b></div>
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<b>U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/" target="_blank" title="U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:">http://www.justice.gov</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/spanish" target="_blank" title="en español: Versión en español de los EE.UU. Departamento de Justicia (DOJ), también conocido como el Departamento de Justicia (Spanish language version of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept).:"><img alt="DOJ en espanol: Versión en español de los EE.UU. Departamento de Justicia (DOJ), también conocido como el Departamento de Justicia:" class="alignnone wp-image-1500" height="43" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/doj-en-espanol.jpg" title="DOJ en espanol: Versión en español de los EE.UU. Departamento de Justicia (DOJ), también conocido como el Departamento de Justicia:" width="272" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/spanish" target="_blank" title="en español - Versión en español de los EE.UU. Departamento de Justicia (DOJ), también conocido como el Departamento de Justicia (Spanish language version of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.):">http://www.justice.gov/spanish</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/TheJusticeDepartment" target="_blank" title="youtube channel of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:">http://www.youtube.com/TheJusticeDepartment</a></b></div>
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<b>Official DOJ Twitter account:</b></div>
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<b><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/TheJusticeDept" target="_blank" title="Twitter site of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:">https://twitter.com/#!/TheJusticeDept</a></b></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: line-through;">@</span>TheJusticeDept</b></div>
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<b>DOJ does not collect comments or messages through this account.</b></div>
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<b>Learn more at:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://justice.gov/privacy-file.htm" target="_blank" title="Privacy rules and policies: DOJ does not collect comments or messages through this DOJ Twitter account - Learn more at:">http://justice.gov/privacy-file.htm</a></b></div>
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<b>Office of the Attorney General</b></div>
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<b>202-514-2001</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/doj-attorney-gen-graphic-ensuring-secuutiry-justice-and-liberty.jpg"><img alt="DOJ Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. Graphic Ensuring Security Justice and Liberty" class="alignnone wp-image-1497" height="206" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/doj-attorney-gen-graphic-ensuring-secuutiry-justice-and-liberty.jpg" title="DOJ Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. Graphic Ensuring Security Justice and Liberty" width="489" /></a></b></div>
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<b>United States Attorney General <a href="http://www.justice.gov/ag/meet-ag.html" target="_blank" title="Meet United States Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr.:">Eric H. Holder</a>, Jr.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/ag" target="_blank" title="Info about the United States Attorney General - who currently is Eric H. Holder, Jr.:">http://www.justice.gov/ag</a></b></div>
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<b>950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW</b></div>
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<b>Washington, DC</b></div>
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<b>20530-0001</b></div>
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<b>202-514-2000</b></div>
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<b>Office of the Attorney General Public Comment Line</b></div>
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<b>202-353-1555</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/dojofficials.htm" target="_blank" title="Links to officials within the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:">Directory of Department Officials</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/actioncenter/crime.html" target="_blank" title="Report a crime to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) aka Justice Dept.:">Report a Crime</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html" target="_blank" title="Get a DOJ Job">Get a Job</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/actioncenter/inmate.html" target="_blank" title="Locate a Prison, Inmate, or Sex Offender:">Locate a Prison, Inmate, or Sex Offender</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/10grants/" target="_blank" title="Apply for a DOJ Grant:">Apply for a Grant</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/actioncenter/complaint.html" target="_blank" title="Submit a Complaint to the DOJ:">Submit a Complaint</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.justice.gov/oig/FOIA/hotline.htm" target="_blank" title="Report Waste, Fraud, Abuse or Misconduct to the Inspector General:">Report Waste, Fraud, Abuse or Misconduct to the Inspector General</a></b></div>
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<b>National Institute of Justice (NIJ):</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nij.gov/" target="_blank" title="National Institute of Justice (NIJ)::">http://www.nij.gov</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nijconference2012.com/" target="_blank" title="The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1503" height="120" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/june-2012-national-institute-of-justice-conference-logo.jpg" title="June 2012 National Institute of Justice Conference logo" width="112" /></a></b></div>
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<b>The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference</b></div>
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<b>June 18-20, 2012</b></div>
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<b>Marriott Crystal Gateway</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nijconference2012.com/" target="_blank" title="The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA:">Register now</a></b></div>
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<b>The theme for 2012:</b></div>
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<b><i>Turning to Science</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Enhancing justice</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Improving safety</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Reducing costs</i></b></div>
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<b>Questions about June 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference:</b></div>
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<b>email <a href="http://www.blogger.com/maureen.q.mcgough@usdoj.gov" target="_blank" title="Email Maureen McGough with questions about The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA:">Maureen McGough</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:maureen.q.mcgough@usdoj.gov" target="_blank" title="Email Maureen McGough with questions about The 2012 National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Conference June 18-20, 2012 in Arlington, VA:">maureen.q.mcgough@usdoj.gov</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sccvc.org/" target="_blank" title="South Carolina Crime Victims' Council: The Voice for South Carolina Crime Victims:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1512" height="145" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/south-carolina-crime-victims-council-logo.gif" title="South Carolina Crime Victims' Council logo" width="640" /></a></b></div>
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<b>South Carolina Crime Victims' Council: The Voice for South Carolina Crime Victims</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sccvc.org/" target="_blank" title="South Carolina Crime Victims' Council: The Voice for South Carolina Crime Victims:">http://www.sccvc.org</a></b></div>
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<b>Your Victim Impact Statement:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sccvc.org/sccvc/documents/Your_Victim_Impact_Statement.pdf">http://www.sccvc.org/sccvc/documents/Your_Victim_Impact_Statement.pdf</a></b></div>
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<b>South Carolina Crime Victims' Council (SCCVC) Office</b></div>
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<b>1900 Broad River Road</b></div>
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<b>Columbia, SC</b></div>
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<b>29210-7047</b></div>
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<b>803 413-5040 (voice)</b></div>
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<b>803-359-3900 (fax)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sccvc.org/sccvc/council/map.html" target="_blank" title="Driving Directions/Map to South Carolina Crime Victims' Council: The Voice for South Carolina Crime Victims:">Directions To SCCVC Office</a></b></div>
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<b>email SCCVC Executive Director<b> </b>Laura Slade Hudson<br />
<a href="mailto:laurahudson@sccvc.org" target="_blank" title="email SCCVC Executive Director Laura Slade Hudson of the South Carolina Crime Victims' Council: The Voice for South Carolina Crime Victims:">laurahudson@sccvc.org</a></b></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">South Carolina</span></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.madd.org/chapter/4500_2955" target="_blank" title="Mothers Against Drunk Driving of South Carolina (MADD):">Mothers Against Drunk Driving of South Carolina</a> (MADD)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sccadvasa.org/default.aspx" target="_blank" title="South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault:">South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.sciway.net/" target="_blank" title="SCIway - South Carolina Information Highway:">SCIway - South Carolina Information Highway</a></b></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">National</span></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nc-van.org/" target="_blank" title="N.C. Victim Assistance Network:">N.C. Victim Assistance Network</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nc-van.org/news/ncvan-newsletters/" target="_blank" title="N.C. Victim Assistance Network Newsletters:">N.C. Victim Assistance Network Newsletters</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.missingkids.com/" target="_blank" title="National Center for Missing & Exploited Children:">National Center for Missing & Exploited Children</a></b><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span><a href="http://www.theyaremissed.org/ncma/index.php" target="_blank" title="National Center for Missing Adults:">National Center for Missing Adults</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ncvli.org/" target="_blank" title="National Crime Victim Law Institute:">National Crime Victim Law Institute</a></b><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
Federal</span></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/" target="_blank" title="Federal Agencies/Resources Bureau of Justice Assistance:">Federal Agencies/Resources Bureau of Justice Assistance</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/" target="_blank" title="Bureau of Justice Statistics:">Bureau of Justice Statistics</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.fbi.gov/" target="_blank" title="Federal Bureau of Investigation:">Federal Bureau of Investigation</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/kidmiss.htm" target="_blank" title="FBI Kidnap and Missing Persons:">FBI Kidnap and Missing Persons</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/NACJD/" target="_blank" title="National Archive of Criminal Justice Data:">National Archive of Criminal Justice Data</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ncjrs.gov/index.html" target="_blank" title="National Criminal Justice Reference Service:">National Criminal Justice Reference Service</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/" target="_blank" title="National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:">National Highway Traffic Safety Administration</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nicic.org/">National Institute of Corrections</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij/">National Institute of Justice</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nsopr.gov/">National Sex Offender Registry</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ovc.gov/">Office for Victims of Crime</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/">Office of Community Oriented Policing Services</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/">Office of Justice Programs </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ojjdp.ncjrs.gov/">Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.usdoj.gov/ovw/">Office on Violence Against Women</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.usdoj.gov/ovw/">Supreme Court of the United States </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.usdoj.gov/">U.S. Department of Justice </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/emergencies_1748.html">U.S. Dept. of State: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Overseas Citizens Services Victim Assistance </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.ncptsd.va.gov/ncmain/index.jsp">U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Center on PTSD </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://poe.house.gov/">U.S. House of Representatives Victims' Rights Caucus</a></b></div>
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<b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">International</span></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.vaonline.org/">Victim Assistance Online</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.victimology.nl/">The International Victimology Website</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.waltonoptions.org/" target="_blank" title="Walton Options for Independent Living: For People With Disabilities, the Options are Endless with offices in Georgia and South Carolina along the Savannah River:"><img alt="Walton Options banner" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1607" height="107" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/walton-options-banner.gif" title="Walton Options banner" width="524" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Walton Options for Independent Living:</b></div>
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<b> For People With Disabilities, the Options are Endless</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.waltonoptions.org/" target="_blank" title="Walton Options for Independent Living: For People With Disabilities, the Options are Endless with offices in Georgia and South Carolina along the Savannah River:">http://www.waltonoptions.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.waltonoptions.org/aboutus.html" target="_blank" title="Info about Walton Options for Independent Living: For People With Disabilities, the Options are Endless - in Augusta, GA and North Augusta, SC:">http://www.waltonoptions.org/aboutus.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/people/Walton-Options/100000117375027" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of Walton Options for Independent Living: For People With Disabilities, the Options are Endless with offices in Georgia and South Carolina along the Savannah River:"><img alt="Walton Options on Facebook" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1608" height="314" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/walton-options-on-facebook.jpg" title="Walton Options on Facebook" width="200" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/people/Walton-Options/100000117375027">http://www.facebook.com/people/Walton-Options/100000117375027</a></b></div>
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<b>Georgia:</b></div>
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<b>Walton Options</b></div>
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<b>948 Walton Way</b></div>
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<b>Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>30901</b></div>
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<b>706-724-6262 (office)</b></div>
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<b>706-724-6729 (fax 1)</b></div>
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<b>706-724-4404 (fax 2)</b></div>
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<b>Relay: 711</b></div>
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<b>South Carolina:</b></div>
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<b>Walton Options</b></div>
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<b>325 Georgia Avenue</b></div>
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<b>North Augusta, South Carolina</b></div>
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<b>29841</b></div>
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<b>803-279-9611 (office)</b></div>
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<b>803-279-9135 (fax)</b></div>
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<b>Relay: 711</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/" target="_blank" title="Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:"><img alt="Tools for Life Georgia banner" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1606" height="156" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/tools-for-life-georgia-banner.jpg" title="Tools for Life Georgia banner" width="640" /></a>Tools for Life</b></div>
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<b> Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program</b></div>
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<b>Options for greater freedom by increasing access to - and acquisition of - assistive technology (AT) devices and services for Georgians of all ages and disabilities so they can live, learn, work, and play independently in communities of their choice</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/" target="_blank" title="Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">http://www.gatfl.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/ContactUs/TFLTeam.aspx" target="_blank" title="The Team: Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">http://www.gatfl.org/ContactUs/TFLTeam.aspx</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/ContactUs.aspx" target="_blank" title="Contact info: Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">http://www.gatfl.org/ContactUs.aspx</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/TFLNetwork.aspx" target="_blank" title="Georgia Network of Offices: Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">http://www.gatfl.org/TFLNetwork.aspx</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/TFLNetwork/Augusta.aspx" target="_blank" title="Augusta office info: Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">http://www.gatfl.org/TFLNetwork/Augusta.aspx</a></b></div>
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<b>Tools for Life:</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:Info@gatfl.org?subject=Tools%20for%20Life%20Question">Info@gatfl.org</a></b></div>
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<b>1-800-497-8665</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gatfl.org/TFLNetwork.aspx" target="_blank" title="Georgia Network of Offices: Tools for Life Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program:">Your Local Assistive Technology Resource Center (ATRC)</a></b></div>
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</b></div>
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<b>Principal Investigator Joy Kniskern</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:Joy@gatfl.org?subject=TFL%20Question" target="_blank" title="email Principal Investigator Joy Kniskern">Joy@gatfl.org</a></b></div>
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<b>Jim Cherry Teacher Center (JCTC):</b></div>
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<b> Providing professional learning, technical assistance and coaching for school systems on a variety of topics related to students with disabilities including:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php" target="_blank" title="Jim Cherry Teacher Center (JCTC):">http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=3" target="_blank" title="Info about Jim Cherry Teacher Center (JCTC):">http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=3</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3" target="_blank" title="Explore Jim Cherry Teacher Center (JCTC):">http://www.teampeachtreebikes.com/glrsTEMP/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.glrs.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS)"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-1604" height="142" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/glrs-e1334071722121.jpg" title="GLRS" width="212" /></a></b></div>
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<b>The <a href="http://www.glrs.org/" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS):">Georgia Learning Resources System</a> (GLRS) is a network of seventeen centers throughout Georgia that provide training and resources to educators and parents of students with disabilities.</b></div>
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<b>Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)</b></div>
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<b>No Child Left Behind (NCLB)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.glrs.org/" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS):">http://www.glrs.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/glrs-banner-2.jpg" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) - GLRS locations across Georgia::"><img alt="Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) banner 2" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1612" height="52" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/glrs-banner-2.jpg" title="Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) banner 2" width="640" /></a>GLRS locations across Georgia:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.glrs.org/location.htm" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS) - GLRS locations across Georgia::">http://www.glrs.org/location.htm</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://team.glrs.org/ecglrs/default.aspx" target="_blank" title="East Georgia office in Augusta: The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS):">East Georgia GLRS </a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://team.glrs.org/ecglrs" target="_blank" title="East Georgia office in Augusta: The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS):">http://team.glrs.org/ecglrs</a></b></div>
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<b>GLRS East Georgia office in Augusta</b></div>
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<b>1-800-282-7552</b></div>
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<b>Systems Served: Burke, Columbia, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, McDuffie, Richmond, Taliaferro, Warren and Wilkes Counties</b></div>
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<b>Richmond County Board of Education</b></div>
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<b>East Central Georgia Learning Resources System</b></div>
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<b>Central office</b></div>
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<b>864 Broad Street</b></div>
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<b>Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>30901</b></div>
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</b></div>
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<b>706-826-1128 (office)</b></div>
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<b>706-826-1010 (office)</b></div>
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<b>706-826-4624 (fax)</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:stewaje@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us">Jessie Stewart</a>, Director ext. 3479</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:elliska@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us">Kathy Ellis</a>, Program Specialist ext. 3476</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:smithpa@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us">Patricia Smith</a>, AYP Specialist</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:whiteem@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us">Emma Whiters</a>, Graduate First! Collaboration Coach</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:leecl@boe.richmond.k12.ga.us">Clarisa Lee</a>, Secretary ext. 3475</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/georgia-learning-resources-system" target="_blank" title="DeKalb County info on The Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS):">http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/georgia-learning-resources-system</a></b></div>
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<b>Association of Georgians With Disabilities</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.endeavorfreedom.org/Art83.htm">http://www.endeavorfreedom.org/Art83.htm</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.resna.org/" target="_blank" title="RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) Technical Assistance Project:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1605" height="58" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/resna-banner.jpg" title="RESNA banner" width="554" /></a></b></div>
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</b></div>
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<b>RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) Technical Assistance Project, a federally funded project of the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), U.S. Department of Education</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.resna.org/" target="_blank" title="RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) Technical Assistance Project:">http://www.resna.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.empowermentzone.com/tech_dir.txt" target="_blank" title="Contacts for the RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) Technical Assistance Project:">http://www.empowermentzone.com/tech_dir.txt</a></b></div>
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<b><br />
</b></div>
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<b>Able-Disabled Advocacy</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://able2work.org/" target="_blank" title="Able-Disabled Advocacy:">http://able2work.org</a></b></div>
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<b>Barbara Thurmond believed that youth organizations are vital to helping to raise well-rounded positive children and teens – our future adults – and spoke often of her love for the benefits of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area and across the world:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gshg.org/" target="_blank" title="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area"><img alt="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. banner" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1619" height="72" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/girl-scouts-of-historic-georgia-inc-banner.jpg" title="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. banner" width="201" /></a></b></div>
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</b></div>
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<b>Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gshg.org/" target="_blank" title="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area:">http://www.gshg.org</a></b></div>
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<b>Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc.</b></div>
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<b>1325 Greene Street</b></div>
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<b>Augusta, Georgia</b></div>
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<b>30901</b></div>
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</b></div>
<div style="color: black;">
<b>706-774-0505 (office)</b></div>
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<b>706-774-0045 (fax)</b></div>
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</b></div>
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<b>Cheryl Hecker</b></div>
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<b><a href="mailto:checker@gshg.org" target="_blank" title="email Cheryl Hecker in the Augusta office of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area:">checker@gshg.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.gshg.org/">http://www.gshg.org</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Girl-Scouts-of-Historic-Georgia/89606809766" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area:">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Girl-Scouts-of-Historic-Georgia/89606809766</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/GirlScoutsGA" target="_blank" title="youtube channel of the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. – formerly Central Savannah River Council of the Girl Scouts in the Augusta area">http://www.youtube.com/user/GirlScoutsGA</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/gagirlscouts" target="_blank" title="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. on twitter"><img alt="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. logo for Twitter" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1620" height="128" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/girl-scouts-of-historic-georgia-inc-twitter.jpg" title="Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. logo for Twitter" width="128" /></a></b></div>
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<b>Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. on twitter</b></div>
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<b>Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place</b></div>
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<b>Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 1, 2011):</b><b> </b><b> Two Area Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award<br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=532&tmpl=component&format=raw&Itemid=125" target="_blank" title="View Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 1, 2011): Two Area Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award:">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=532&tmpl=component&format=raw&Itemid=125</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=532&Itemid=119" target="_blank" title="Download the Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 1, 2011): Two Area Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award:">May 1, 2011: Girl Scouts Earn Gold Awards (Augusta)</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=532&Itemid=119" target="_blank" title="Download the Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 1, 2011): Two Area Girl Scouts Earn Prestigious Gold Award:">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=532&Itemid=119</a> </b><b><br />
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<b>Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): </b><b> Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia</b><b> </b></address>
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<b>Cabin Built as Part of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition </b><b> The wheelchair accessible cabin, made of logs harvested from a Canadian forest fire, replaces cabins lost to fire at Camp Tanglewood<br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=529&tmpl=component&format=raw&Itemid=125" target="_blank" title="Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia:">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_view&gid=529&tmpl=component&format=raw&Itemid=125</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=529&Itemid=119" target="_blank" title="Download the Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia">May 2, 1011: Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=529&Itemid=119" target="_blank" title="Download the Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia:">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=529&Itemid=119</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_details&gid=529&Itemid=119" target="_blank" title="Details and stats about the Augusta Press Release of Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_details&gid=529&Itemid=119</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://blog.girlscouts.org/2011/01/extreme-home-makeover-girl-scout.html" target="_blank" title="Main Girl Scouts blog about the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc. (May 2, 2011): Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia">http://blog.girlscouts.org/2011/01/extreme-home-makeover-girl-scout.html</a> </b><b><br />
<a href="http://www2.wjbf.com/news/extreme-makeover-augusta/2011/apr/18/grand-opening-camp-tanglewood-cabin-held-weekend-ar-1732592/" target="_blank" title="WJBF TV-6 News story about the Girl Scouts Host Grand Opening at Camp Tanglewood on Columbia Road in Martinez, Georgia">http://www2.wjbf.com/news/extreme-makeover-augusta/2011/apr/18/grand-opening-camp-tanglewood-cabin-held-weekend-ar-1732592/</a></b> </address>
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<b>Find more Augusta area information from the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc.:<br />
<a href="http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_googlesearch_cse&n=30&cx=001072152344508478191%3Agsd7vye1gmy&cof=FORID%3A11&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=augusta&hl=en" target="_blank" title="Find more Augusta area information from the Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, Inc.:">http://www.gshg.org/index.php?option=com_googlesearch_cse&n=30&cx=001072152344508478191%3Agsd7vye1gmy&cof=FORID%3A11&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=augusta&hl=en</a></b> </address>
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<b>Voice of Detroit: The city's independent newspaper, unbossed and unbought</b></div>
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<b>"Black Crimes Against Black Humanity"</b></div>
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<b>Posted on <a href="http://voiceofdetroit.net/2011/04/19/black-crimes-against-black-humanity/" rel="bookmark" target="_blank" title="Voice of Detroit April 2011 story "Black Crimes Against Black Humanity" By Greg Thrasher">04/19/2011</a> by <a href="http://voiceofdetroit.net/author/diane-bukowski/" target="_blank" title="View all posts by Diane Bukowski">Diane Bukowski</a></b></div>
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<b>By Greg Thrasher</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/the-atlantic-logo.jpg"><img alt="The Atlantic logo" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1624" height="94" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/the-atlantic-logo.jpg" title="The Atlantic logo" width="251" /></a></b></div>
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<b>"Do blacks care about black on black crime?"</b></div>
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<b>By <a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/ta-nehisi-coates/">Ta-Nehisi Coates</a>, a senior editor for The Atlantic, where he writes about culture, politics, and social issues for TheAtlantic.com and the magazine. He is the author of the memoir The Beautiful Struggle.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2009/01/do-blacks-care-about-black-on-black-crime/6557/" target="_blank" title="Voice of Detroit April 2011 story "Black Crimes Against Black Humanity" Jan. 2009 story by African American Ta-Nehisi Coates (senior editor for The Atlantic magazine) entitled "Do blacks care about black on black crime?":">http://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2009/01/do-blacks-care-about-black-on-black-crime/6557/</a></b></div>
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<b>An organization similar to the anti-violence group founded by Barbara Thurmond and Earnestine Covington in Augusta, Georgia:</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.hhscenter.org/bonbstat.html" target="_blank" title="Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits: Black on Black Crime Coalition:"><img alt="Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits banner" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1611" height="144" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/center-for-healing-hearts-and-spirits-banner.jpg" title="Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits banner" width="640" /></a><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/black-on-black-crime-center-for-healing-hearts-and-spirits.jpg"><img alt="Black on Black Crime Coalition at Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1610" height="120" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/black-on-black-crime-center-for-healing-hearts-and-spirits.jpg" title="Black on Black Crime Coalition at Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits" width="432" /></a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.hhscenter.org/bonbstat.html" target="_blank" title="Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits: Black on Black Crime Coalition:">http://www.hhscenter.org/bonbstat.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.abhmuseum.org/" target="_blank" title="America’s Black Holocaust Museum educates the public about the ongoing injustices endured by people of African heritage in America:"><img alt="America’s Black Holocaust Museum banner" class="alignnone wp-image-1609" height="93" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/america_s-black-holocaust-museum-banner.jpg" title="America’s Black Holocaust Museum banner" width="640" /></a>America’s Black Holocaust Museum educates the public about the ongoing injustices endured by people of African heritage in America</b></div>
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<b>If Barbara Thurmond had written this op-ed, she would have concentrated more on personal responsibility.</b></div>
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<b>So while the author concentrates on solving the societal problems related to black-on-black crime – (that Barbara would also agree with) – she would want us to take more personal responsibility in solving the problem – like proper parenting, strong family values and much more.</b></div>
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<b>However, Barbara would also say that we must work together to come up with solutions – and that the opinion of everyone who cares - must be heard.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/06/opinion/playing-the-violence-card.html" target="_blank" title="An op-ed on black-on-black crime in the New York Times:">http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/06/opinion/playing-the-violence-card.html</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/abetterbrooklyn" target="_blank" title="Stop The Killing Campaign For "A Better Brooklyn”:">http://www.facebook.com/abetterbrooklyn</a></b></div>
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<b>Story on Peace Week Against Violence in New York City and the effort to Stop the Killing from Black Radio Network: Rap music mogul Russell Simmons called for "all senseless killings and street violence to end because law enforcement can't do it alone."</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.blackradionetwork.com/stop_the_killing_campaign_launched_" target="_blank" title="Story on Peace Week Against Violence in New York City and the effort to Stop the Killing from Black Radio Network: Rap music mogul Russell Simmons called for "all senseless killings and street violence to end because law enforcement can't do it alone.":">http://www.blackradionetwork.com/stop_the_killing_campaign_launched_</a></b></div>
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<b>SKSW Campaign (the Global Campaign to Stop Killing and Stoning Women)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.wikigender.org/index.php/The_Global_Campaign_to_Stop_Killing_and_Stoning_Women" target="_blank" title="Wiki Gender page on SKSW Campaign (the Global Campaign to Stop Killing and Stoning Women):">http://www.wikigender.org/index.php/The_Global_Campaign_to_Stop_Killing_and_Stoning_Women</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.violenceisnotourculture.org/home1" target="_blank" title="Violence is Not Our Culture info on SKSW Campaign (the Global Campaign to Stop Killing and Stoning Women)">http://www.violenceisnotourculture.org/home1</a></b></div>
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<b>Stop Political Killings Campaign</b></div>
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<b>Remembering Barbara A. Thurmond stories, editorials in Augusta Chronicle:</b></div>
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<b>Brown and memorial tributes to Coretta Scott King; Rosa Parks; Barbara Thurmond, a co-founder of Augusta's Blacks Against Black Crime Inc.; Pat Jones, the director of the Augusta Youth Center; Juvenile Court Judge Herbert E. Kernaghan, Jr.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2007/01/16/met_112649.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2007/01/16/met_112649.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/18/met_100934.shtml" title="Campaign to protest crime fulfills co-founder's dream">Campaign to protest crime fulfills co-founder's dream</a></b></div>
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<b>all the churches, fellowship with them and let them know that we are here," said Frank Johnson, the head of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. Ms. Thurmond, a co-founder of the organization, died Aug. 25. She had founded the organization to...</b></div>
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<b>pursuing the violent lives espoused by popular movies and musicians, said Terence Dicks, treasurer of Blacks Against Black Crimes. "Death is the wrong way to go towards immortality," Mr. Dicks said. The Rev. Oscar Brown, pastor of...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1997/02/09/met_203762.shtml" title="Internet tracks legislation - Telemedicine OK'd">Internet tracks legislation - Telemedicine OK'd</a></b></div>
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<b>Constitution prohibits excessive bail or fines. "The wait is a little hard," said Barbara Thurmond of Blacks Against Black Crime - a local anti-violence group that has been pushing for the bill. "I really do understand though," she...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1997/02/02/met_203466.shtml" title="Cigarette tax bill may get snuffed out this session">Cigarette tax bill may get snuffed out this session</a></b></div>
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<b>will be constitutional. The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits excessive bail or fines. Blacks Against Black Crime - a local anti-violence organization - is working with Mr. Howard on the bill. Mr. Howard said he hopes...</b></div>
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<b>that system. Mr. Howard and other members of Blacks Against Black Crime - a local anti-violence organization - are...revenge killings, said Barbara Thurmond, head of Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc. "Part of me died with her that day. That's...</b></div>
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<b>though the killer was eventually sent to prison, it still bothers Barbara Thurmond. Ms. Thurmond - head of Blacks Against Black Crime, a nonprofit anti-violence group based in Augusta - doesn't think people charged with murder should be out...</b></div>
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<b>disproportionate number of African-Americans in prisons in the state of Georgia," said Barbara Thurmond, president of Blacks Against Black Crime, a victim-advocacy group. "We make up 30 percent of the state's population and 70 percent of the state's...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1998/01/27/met_221389.shtml" title="State senate proposes to abolish parole">State senate proposes to abolish parole</a> </b><b>#2</b></div>
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<b>disproportionate number of African-Americans in prisons in the state of Georgia," said Barbara Thurmond, president of Blacks Against Black Crime, a victim-advocacy group. "We make up 30 percent of the state's population and 70 percent of the state's...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1998/12/29/met_248658.shtml" title="Local crime rate falls">Local crime rate falls</a></b></div>
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<b>did not become a statistic. "It means lives were saved," said Ms. Thurmond, president and co-founder of Blacks Against Black Crime. Augusta appears to be following the national trend of declining crime rates. There were 7 percent fewer violent...</b></div>
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<b>event is sponsored by the Augusta chapter of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc., an organization that provides services...attend the dinner and hopes one day to work with Blacks Against Black Crime, talking to young people. "All this killing...</b></div>
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<b>behavior," said Ms. Thurmond, president of Blacks Against Black Crime. She spoke at Monday's meeting of the Augusta...would not have been out to kill Mr. Young. Blacks Against Black Crime, started in 1991 by Ms. Thurmond, is a nonprofit...</b></div>
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<b>behavior," said Ms. Thurmond, president of Blacks Against Black Crime. She spoke at Monday's meeting of the Augusta...would not have been out to kill Mr. Young. Blacks Against Black Crime, started in 1991 by Ms. Thurmond, is a nonprofit...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2002/04/28/met_341064.shtml" title="Service remembers local victims of violent crimes">Service remembers local victims of violent crimes</a></b></div>
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<b>cross-fire during a gang-related apartment shooting in November 2000. Barbara Thurmond, who co-founded Blacks Against Black Crime in 1991, said her group is the only victims' rights movement in Augusta-Richmond County. "Although crime...</b></div>
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<b>have what I would call promising leads," the major said. Barbara Thurmond, the president of Augusta-based Blacks Against Black Crime Inc., said the killings are the reason her organization continues its education campaign. "What other group...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2004/10/22/met_432015.shtml" title="Black leaders see range of Kerry support">Black leaders see range of Kerry support</a></b></div>
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<b>National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) convention also turned black voters on to Mr. Kerry, he said. Barbara Thurmond, the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc., a local nonprofit agency, said her vote is undoubtedly going to Mr. Kerry, although she has no real...</b></div>
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<b>Augusta Chronicle Editorial: Courageous Barbara A. Thurmond Fought to Prevent Violence Crimes by Augusta Chronicle Editorial Staff:</b></div>
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<b>life. Disgusted by homicides in her community, Mrs. Thurmond and her sister, Earnestine Covington, founded Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. in 1991 to combat Richmond County's rising violent crime rate. It took considerable personal courage...</b></div>
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<b>Barbara A. Thurmond Guest Editorials in Augusta Chronicle:</b></div>
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<b>contribute to the great sorrow felt by the families of those killed or wounded by Georgia's guns? In 1991, Blacks Against Black Crimes identified the easy accessibility of guns as a contributing factor to the epidemic of black-on-black violence...</b></div>
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<b>posting a $40,000 bond. It is the opinion of Blacks Against Black Crimes that injustice and double standards within the...Editor's note: The writer is the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. in Augusta.)</b></div>
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<b>criteria. TEN YEARS AGO Blacks Against Black Crime dared to dream of a world...improve our state and nation. Blacks Against Black Crime has been labeled racist...president and co-founder of Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc.)</b></div>
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<b>is one of many tools used by law enforcers as they work to solve and prevent crime, apprehend criminals and bring them to justice. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editors' note: The author is president of Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc.)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1999/07/05/edi_265057.shtml" title="Claims racist response to violence">Claims racist response to violence</a></b></div>
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<b>crime prevention for all youth. Until that day Blacks Against Black Crimes will be the voice for black crime victims. Barbara...Editor's note: The writer is president of Blacks Against Black Crimes Inc.)</b></div>
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<b>an unfinished agenda," said Terence Dicks, assistant director of "Think Big '98," a program designed by Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. to reduce adolescent violence and drug abuse. "We have not finished business," Mr. Dicks told the...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1997/06/18/edi_210076.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ask `Baby Face' to sing different tune by Terence Dicks for Barbara Thurmond</span></a></b></div>
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<b>25 most influential people in the country. Let us let him know that we would like for him to use his influence in another way. Terence A. Dicks, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer is a spokesperson for Blacks Against Black Crime.)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1998/04/23/op_226616.shtml" title="Marks Crime Victims Rights Week">Marks Crime Victims Rights Week</a></b></div>
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<b>Right's Right for America." Remember too, that Blacks Against Black Crimes are an advocate for all victims of all crimes...sensitive to black crime victims. Since 1991 Blacks Against Black Crimes has assisted victims in our area. Among the...</b></div>
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<b>school, 260,000 children miss class because of the fear of being physically harmed and 40 students are killed or injured by firearms. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer is president of Blacks Against Black Crimes.)</b></div>
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<b>Barbara A. Thurmond “Letter to the Editor” printed in Augusta Chronicle:</b></div>
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<b>have much to celebrate. Fourteen years ago, Blacks Against Black Crimes Inc. was organized to serve this community and...The writer is the founder and president of Blacks Against Black Crimes Inc.)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2005/02/23/let_444380.shtml" title="Homicide decline should inspire">Homicide decline should inspire</a></b></div>
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<b>decline. No matter what is going on in the world, our children have to succeed; our communities have to be made whole. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer is a co-founder and president of Blacks Against Black Crime.)</b></div>
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<b>no choice but to keep his word on this issue. Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. joins with the Million Mom March, Georgians...Thurmond Augusta (Editor's note: The writer represents Blacks Against Black Crimes Inc., an Augusta organization.)</b></div>
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<b>hurt them will be brought to justice. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer represents Blacks Against Black Crimes Inc., an Augusta organization.)</b></div>
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<b>political favors. We would hate to have children be the next group of people to suffer as the result of political favors. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer is the president of Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc.)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2002/09/16/let_352959.shtml" title="Jury's 'not-guilty' verdict appalls and perplexes observer">Jury's 'not-guilty' verdict appalls and perplexes observer</a></b></div>
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<b>not guilty of manslaughter. Though, the jurors believed that the defendant was justified in killing the victim. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The writer is the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. in Augusta.)</b></div>
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<b>prevented. In Augusta in 1991, 66 homicides were black-on-black. In Augusta in 2001, 13 homicides were black-on-black. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The author is the president of Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc.)</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2000/04/03/edi_285922.shtml" title="Raps paper for 'lack of objectivity'">Activist Barbara A Thurmond raps paper for 'lack of objectivity'</a></b></div>
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<b>saving opinions for the editorial page. Barbara Thurmond, Augusta (Editor's note: The author is president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. The Chronicle quoted Alicia Hall's mother, who said the attack on Christopher Andrews was in self-defense...</b></div>
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<b>Superior Court Judge Robert L. Allgood granted Jacqueline Stephenson a restraining order against her estranged husband. Mr. Howard, an activist with Blacks Against Black Crime and a former city police officer, was driving Ms. Stephenson home when, investigators say, Mr. Stephenson...</b></div>
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<b>Promoting then-upcoming events involving group Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc – Augusta Chronicle “Across the Area” section:</b></div>
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<b>will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Vigil will be held for violence in Augusta Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. and New Creation Missionary Baptist Church will hold a special service tonight to kick off a 40-day prayer...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/16/met_100718.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/16/met_100718.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b>breakfast and memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. today. Vigil to be held for violence in Augusta Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. and New Creation Missionary Baptist Church will hold a special service Monday night to kick off a 40-day...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/15/met_100596.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/10/15/met_100596.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/27/met_106131.shtml" title="Across the area">Across the area: Rally to be Held to Fight Slayings and Gun Violence in Augusta</a></b></div>
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<b>slayings and gun violence that have occurred in the area this year, according to Frank Johnson, the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. The rally is set for 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 2006 at Second New Hope Baptist Church, 1035 10th St. For more information...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/26/met_106011.shtml" title="Across the area">Across the area: Rally to be Held to Fight Slayings and Gun Violence in Augusta</a></b></div>
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<b>gun violence that has occurred in the Augusta area this year, according to Frank Johnson, the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. The rally is set for 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 2006 at Second New Hope Baptist Church, 1035 10th St. A number of area...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/26/met_106011.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/26/met_106011.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/20/met_105219.shtml" title="Across the area">Across the area: Rally to be Held to Fight Slayings and Gun Violence in Augusta</a></b></div>
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<b>gun violence that have occurred in the Augusta area this year, according to Frank Johnson, the president of Blacks Against Black Crime Inc. The rally is set for 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 2006 at Second New Hope Baptist Church, 1035 10th Street. A number...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/20/met_105219.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/11/20/met_105219.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1996/10/14/met_199972.shtml" title="March had impact, black leaders say">March had impact, black leaders say</a></b></div>
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<b>responsibility of their homes and getting involved in civic activities," said John Covington, acting president of Blacks Against Black Crime. "But it hasn't been that effective (in) to trying to get the point across to other members of the community...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1996/10/14/met_199972.shtml">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/1996/10/14/met_199972.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b>Obits: </b><b>Remembering Activist Barbara A. Thurmond who tried to protect the lives of children from violence</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/09/01/obi_94962.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obit of preventing youth violence advocate Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia - who died on Friday, August 25, 2006 after decades of trying to stop black-on-black violence and all crime against humanity:">Barbara A. Thurmond (AUGUSTA, Ga.)</a></b></div>
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<b>In 1991, she and her sister were inspired to create Blacks Against Black Crimes, Inc. The motivation was the number of homicides in the black community.</b></div>
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<b>Some Blacks Against Black Crimes activities included: victim's rights advocacy...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/09/01/obi_94962.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obi">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/09/01/obi_94962.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/31/obi_94788.shtml" title="Barbara A. Thurmond (AUGUSTA, Ga.)">Barbara A. Thurmond (AUGUSTA, Ga.)</a></b></div>
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<b>Trinity Baptist Church Cemetery, Tignall, GA. Ms. Thurmond was an Author and Founder of the Organization, Blacks Against Black Crime, Inc. Survivors are her mother, Mrs. Lillian Cade Thurmond; one son, Mr. George (Deidra) Johnson, II...</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/31/obi_94788.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obit of preventing youth violence advocate Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia - who died on Friday, August 25, 2006 after decades of trying to stop black-on-black violence and all crime against humanity:">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/31/obi_94788.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/30/obi_94596.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obit of preventing youth violence advocate Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia who died on Friday, August 25, 2006 after decades of trying to stop black-on-black violence and all crime against humanity:">Barbara A. Thurmond (AUGUSTA, Ga.)</a></b></div>
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<b>AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, August 25, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia, Ms. Barbara A. Thurmond of Cornell Drive. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 1, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Tabernacle</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/30/obi_94596.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obit of preventing youth violence advocate Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia who died on Friday, August 25, 2006 after decades of trying to stop black-on-black violence and all crime against humanity:">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/30/obi_94596.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b><a href="http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/30/obi_94623.shtml" target="_blank" title="Obit of preventing youth violence advocate Barbara A. Thurmond of Augusta, Georgia who died on Friday, August 25, 2006 after decades of trying to stop black-on-black violence and all crime against humanity:">http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/2006/08/30/obi_94623.shtml</a></b></div>
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<b>Since the death of Barbara Thurmond numerous efforts have been started to stop youth violence including by the children of <a href="http://www.thekingcenter.org/about-dr-king" target="_blank" title="Link to the MLK bio of at The King Center in Atlanta, GA:">Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.</a> in April 2012.</b></div>
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<b><a href="http://www.thekingcenter.org/" target="_blank" title="Link to the homepage of The King Center in Atlanta, GA:">The King Center</a> and the <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/" target="_blank" title="homepage of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia:">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention</a> have expanded their 2008 partnership to prevent youth <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention" target="_blank" title="Violence Prevention page of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia:">violence</a> and address health threats that disproportionately impact minorities and the low-income.</b></div>
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<b>Prevention Institute and the </b><b>Martin Luther King, III Institute for Social Justice and Human Rights, Inc. present </b><b>April 4th Revisited: Saving Lives and Building Dreams, a day of youth peace and non-violence.</b></div>
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<b>Founded in 1982 by former </b><b>U.S. President Jimmy Carter & Rosalynn Carter with <a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/EmoryUniversity" target="_blank" title="https://twitter.com/#!/CarterCenter"><span style="text-decoration: line-through;">@</span>EmoryUniversity</a>, the Center wages peace, fights disease, & builds hope worldwide</b></div>
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<b>The Carter Center, in partnership with </b><b>Emory University, is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.</b></div>
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</div><div style="color: black;">(Atlanta, Georgia) - President Barack Obama's Georgia fundraising trip includes a party hosted by well-known Hollywood actor and movie mogul Tyler Perry.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">An upscale "Gala Celebration will be hosted for President Obama at the studios of Tyler Perry.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The African American Leadership Council is also listed as a host in an invitation to the event.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The President will visit the Atlanta area on March 16, 2012.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">We must re-elect Pres.Obama.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Republicans have done enough damage to the lives of Georgians and the lives of low to moderate income people across America.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Tyler Perry was born Emmitt Perry, Jr.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Perry is a famous American actor, director, playwright, entrepreneur, screenwriter, producer, author, and songwriter.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Perry wrote and produced many stage plays during the 1990s and early 2000s, according to his Wikipedia page.</div><div style="color: black;">Gala bash for President Obama planned by movie mogul Tyler Perry and the African America Leadership Council </div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">His first film, Diary of a Mad Black Woman, was released in 1995</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Forbes named him the highest paid man in entertainment, earning $130 million between May 2010 and 2011, Wikipedia states</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The campaign advertised the March 16 Georgia visit in an email to supporters on Friday, Feb. 24.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Obama lost Georgia in the 2008 general election by five percent and is hoping for Georgia victory this fall that contributes to his re-election. </div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;">A 2006 federal act preserves the sites, sounds and tastes of the 400-year history of the <a href="http://www.theorator.com/bills109/hr694.html" target="_blank" title="A copy of the official Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:">Gullah/Geechee Culture</a> that has been slowly vanishing along the coasts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“Gullah/Geechee is the statement that defines our particular culture and history of African people on the coast from Jacksonville, Florida to Jacksonville, North Carolina," said Rev. Lyde. "Gullah/Geechee is the only African culture that has been officially recognized as distinct in country."</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-nation-logo-from-the-nations-facebook-page.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Official symbol of the Gullah/Geechee Nation from the Nation's Facebook page" class="size-full wp-image-558" height="151" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-nation-logo-from-the-nations-facebook-page.jpg" title="Official symbol of the Gullah/Geechee Nation from the Nation's Facebook page" width="200" /></a></div><div style="color: black;">Queen Quet will "open up the service and deliver the sermon”<b> at the 10 a.m. worship service on Sunday, April 1, 2012</b> inside the Baptist Worship Center in Crescent, Georgia, said Rev. Lyde, a Gullah/Geechee pastor.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The church is located on the site of 1,000 acre purchase initiated by Tunis Campbell.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Organizers will encourage parents to be involved in the issues and lives of black youth through sponsor organizations like Brunswick Youth Works, Inc. (affiliated with Jacksonville Youth Works).</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"We want to influence young folks and their parents to be a part of that organization’s great work and rescuing our youth from serious problems both personal and criminal” like gangs, drugs and violence, Rev. Lyde said.</div><blockquote style="color: black;"><b>More black men are in the grip of the criminal-justice system today than were in slavery.</b><br />
<b>More than half of all black men without a high-school diploma go to prison during their lives.</b><br />
– <a href="http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2012/01/30/120130crat_atlarge_gopnik" target="_blank" title="2012 Mass Incarceration article in the New Yorker Magazine has scary statistics. A Critic at Large: “The Caging of America - Why do we lock up so many people?” by Adam Gopnik (January 30, 2012):">2012 Mass Incarceration</a> by The New Yorker magazine</blockquote><div style="color: black;">The 2012 commemoration of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">Tunis G. Campbell </a>(1812-1891) will focus “on the problem of <a href="http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2012/01/30/120130crat_atlarge_gopnik" target="_blank" title="2012 Mass Incarceration article in the New Yorker Magazine has scary statistics. A Critic at Large: “The Caging of America - Why do we lock up so many people?” by Adam Gopnik (January 30, 2012):">mass incarceration</a> of our youth” and the theme is “Exodus From Pity to Power.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“Many youth are being pipelined into prison,” states an invitation distributed by Olivia Butler, festival chairperson.</div><blockquote style="color: black;"><b>“The daily streamlining of youth into the legal system, and too often on erroneous charges continues to increase,” Olivia Butler stated.</b></blockquote><div style="color: black;">“One example of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statistics_of_incarcerated_African-American_males" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for the statistics of incarcerated African American males:">mass incarceration</a>” involves a 13-year-old Glynn County girl “who was tried, convicted, sentenced to a 5-year prison term after being accused of having a cell phone at school at an after-school program,” Butler said.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The girl served 2 years and 2 months yet her “recent re-entry back into that same school system is being challenged,” Butler said.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The girl's mother believes her daughter was treated unjustly by a school and court system that doesn't care about the individual – especially if the incident involves an African American or other minority.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"She is my daughter and that is why I am so passionate about this," said Estella Wright, who is a veteran at fighting injustice.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Supporters believe the girl was unfairly arrested by school cop called a school resource officer or SRO.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“It incensed the community and we fought to get the child out," said Rev. Lyde. “She was in a juvenile detention facility – we call it a prison.”</div><blockquote style="color: black;"><b>“Schools are a pipeline to prison – they are not designed for intellectual development<b> – </b>they are designed for intellectual retardation,” said Rev. Zack Lyde.</b></blockquote><div style="color: black;">"We are going to show we know how to educate our children and that’s what we are going to do first - focus on the children and being locked up,” he said. “This celebration gives us an opportunity to show that black folks are going to get back involved in their youth.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“We are not going to have these games that our children end up in prison,” Rev. Lyde said. “We are going to be involved in education like we should.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"The theme '<b>Exodus From Pity to Power</b>' is for the organization for the mother who doesn't know how to fight and the father who doesn’t know he has the right to fight," Wright said.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Organizers hope the annual event highlighting the injustices faced by Rev. Campbell will "bring the community together," Wright said.</div><blockquote style="color: black;"><b>The festival gives coastal Georgia residents "unity to stand together so these things don't continue to happen to any other child," Estella Wright said.</b></blockquote><div style="color: black;">“This case may seem extreme” but “similar incidents are occurring on a regular basis,” Butler said.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft" height="196" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-1.jpg?w=300" title="1R.U.S.H (1)" width="314" /></a>1R.U.S.H., Inc., one of the event sponsors, "is the organizing voice of the community," said Estella Wright, President and CEO of 1R.U.S.H., Inc.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"During the membership drive (<b>Monday, April 2, 2012</b>) we are hoping people with sign up for the organization so we can take a stand for the community," Wright said.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">Before racist white senators arbitrarily expelled Campbell and other black lawmakers from office, he pushed for laws for <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-634">equal education</a>, integrated jury boxes, homestead exemptions, abolishment of imprisonment for debt, open access to public facilities, and fair voting procedures, <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2903" title="Excellent story on the history of Tunis G. Campbell in the Georgia Encyclopedia:">according to the Georgia Encyclopedia.</a></div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">The expelled black lawmakers, led by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">Campbell</a> and Henry McNeill Turner, lobbied for federal intervention in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington,_D.C." target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about Washington, D.C. history:">Washington</a>.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">A Reconstruction Georgia lightening rod, Campbell was no stranger to lawsuits, jail and wide-ranging accusations.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">In 1876, Campbell, was convicted of malfeasance in office. Handcuffed and chained, <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2903" target="_blank" title="Excellent story on the history of Tunis G. Campbell in the Georgia Encyclopedia:">Campbell</a> was whisked from the Savannah jail to serve one year in a Georgia labor camp.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">Campbell supporters say these and other charges were racist, politically motivated and trumped up - as some occurred during <a href="http://www.neh.gov/news/humanities/2004-01/reconstruction.html" target="_blank" title="A story that includes Rev. Tunis G. Campbell on Reconstruction Georgia entitled "Forty Acres and a Mule: The Ruined Hope of Reconstruction" by Danielle Alexander in a series of stories on the Civil War financed by The National Endowment for the Humanities">Reconstruction Georgia</a> and while reconstruction across the south lost headway.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><blockquote style="color: black;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b>"Just before every election they commence to intimidate by arresting all the prominent colored men. As usual they have arrested me again," Tunis G. Campbell said.</b></div></blockquote><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">The entire black community of Darien, Georgia turned out to protest Campbell's trials, according to "<i><b>Forty Acres and a Mule: <a href="http://www.neh.gov/news/humanities/2004-01/reconstruction.html" target="_blank" title="A story that includes Rev. Tunis G. Campbell on Reconstruction Georgia entitled "Forty Acres and a Mule: The Ruined Hope of Reconstruction" by Danielle Alexander in a series of stories on the Civil War financed by The National Endowment for the Humanities">The Ruined Hope of Reconstruction</a></b></i>" by Danielle Alexander.<b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">After his release, Campbell fled north and traveled to Washington to meet with President Rutherford B. Hayes.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">A free Northern black missionary, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">Campbell</a> was appointed to supervise land claims and resettlement in Georgia.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><img alt="Tunis Campbell" class=" wp-image-450" height="400" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-pix-1-via-wikipedia.jpg?w=249" title="Tunis Campbell Pix #1 via Wikipedia" width="330" /></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Working hard through the years on <a href="http://www.historycentral.com/documents/ReconstructionGeorgia.html" target="_blank" title="History Central story on Reconstruction Georgia:">Reconstruction Georgia</a>, voting rights and equal education, the lives of Campbell and his family were always in peril.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">His home was torched. Campbell even survived being poisoned.</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">Campbell wrote at least two books:</div><div style="color: black; text-align: left;">"<i><b>Hotel Keepers, Head Waiters, and Housekeepers' Guide</b></i>" (1848) and the "<i><b>Sufferings of the Reverend T. G. Campbell and His Family in Georgia</b>" </i>(1877).</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Everyone is cordially invited to attend the <b>4th Annual Tunis G. Campbell Birthday Festival</b> from <b>Friday, March 30 – Monday, April 2, 2012</b> – on the 200th anniversary of his birth (<b>April 1, 1812</b>).</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Scroll down to see the entire festival itinerary including a roundtable on the the "<a href="http://www.blackyouthproject.com/2011/04/the-price-of-choosing-jails-over-schools" target="_blank" title="The Black Youth Project: “The Price of Choosing Jails Over Schools” by Latoya Peterson, The Root (April 9, 2011) and it includes the photo of black youth behind bars:">mass incarceration</a>" of African American youth, plus related links and more info about civil rights leaders Tunis Campbell and Septima Clark.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/reconstruction-ga-collage.jpg"><img alt="Recontruction Georgia collage" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-552" height="640" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/reconstruction-ga-collage.jpg" title="Reconstruction GA Collage" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Reconstruction Georgia Collage Caption (above photo):</b></div><h5 style="color: black;"><i>#1 (Upper Left) Political Cartoon that depicts Mitchell County, Georgia whites holding freed blacks down after the Camilla, Georgia Massacre of 1868.</i><br />
<i> The massacre was one of the more violent episodes in Reconstruction Georgia.</i><br />
<i> The Camilla Massacre remained part of southwest Georgia's hidden past until 1998, when Camilla residents publicly acknowledged the massacre for the first time and commemorated its victims.</i><br />
<i> At least nine freedmen were killed, and as many as 25 to 30 were wounded.</i><br />
<i> No whites were killed or seriously wounded.</i><br />
<i> The political cartoon was drawn by Thomas Nast in Harper's Weekly.</i></h5><h5 style="color: black;"><i>#2 (Lower Left) An “Old Negro” (former slave) with horn with which slaves were called.</i><br />
<i> The photograph was taken by Russell Lee in April 1939 near Marshall, TX.</i><br />
<i> The United States <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farm_Security_Administration" title="w:Farm Security Administration">Farm Security Administration</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Office_of_War_Information" title="w:United States Office of War Information">Office of War Information</a> domestic photographic units photo (taken by on-duty federal employee Russell Lee) appeared on the Library of Congress website and is now also on Wikipedia under public domain.</i></h5><h5 style="color: black;"><i>#3 (Upper Right) Blacks voting during Reconstruction Georgia are depicted in a political cartoon.</i><br />
<i> A Georgia Studies image appearing on <a href="http://www.galileo.usg.edu/">GALILEO</a> and the <a href="http://www.libs.uga.edu/">University of Georgia Libraries</a> Georgia Info website (an extensive online resource about Georgia. ) as part of the <a href="http://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/">Digital Library of Georgia</a>.</i></h5><h5 style="color: black;"><i>#4 (Lower Right) Photo of the ruins of houses in Savannah, Georgia (circa 1865).</i><br />
<i> The historic photo was apparently taken just after Gen. Sherman's March to the Sea, the name commonly given to the Savannah Campaign in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_%28US_state%29" title="Georgia (US state)">Georgia</a> from November 15, 1864 to December 21, 1864 by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_general_%28United_States%29" title="Major general (United States)">Maj. Gen.</a> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tecumseh_Sherman" title="William Tecumseh Sherman">William Tecumseh Sherman</a> of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Union_Army" title="Union Army">Union Army</a> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War" title="American Civil War">American Civil War</a>.</i><br />
<i> The campaign began with Sherman's troops leaving the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Atlanta" title="Battle of Atlanta">captured</a> city of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlanta,_Georgia" title="Atlanta, Georgia">Atlanta, Georgia</a>, on November 16 and ended with the capture of the port of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savannah,_Georgia" title="Savannah, Georgia">Savannah</a> on December 21.</i><br />
<i> The photo is from the <a href="http://www.libs.uga.edu/">University of Georgia Libraries</a> (Special Collections Libraries) in the Richard B. Russell Building in Athens, GA – the home of the Hargrett Rare Book & Manuscript Library and the Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies (specifically the UGA Libraries/Reconstruction in Georgia/Selected Bibliography of Georgia Room Holdings).</i></h5><h2 style="color: black;"><b>U.S.A. Shame: The “mass incarceration” of African-American youth is focus of event in Brunswick, GA:</b></h2><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/programs-campaigns/black-community-crusade-for-children-II" target="_blank" title="Children’s Defense Fund "Cradle to the Grave" effort includes photo of young kid on milk carton being booked:"><img alt="" class=" wp-image-443" height="874" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/black-men-jailed-2-cradle-to-grave.jpg" title="black-men-jailed #2 Cradle to Grave" width="588" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/african-american-museum-sedgwick-county-jail-photo.jpg"><img alt="" class=" wp-image-568 " height="212" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/african-american-museum-sedgwick-county-jail-photo.jpg" title="Disturbing Irony of Shared Sign Not Lost on Thousands of Black Americans: Kansas African American Museum and Sedgwick County Jail in Wichita, Kansas." width="301" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><i><b>Caption (above photo) The Disturbing Irony of Shared Sign Not Lost on Thousands of Black Americans: Kansas African American Museum and Sedgwick County Jail in Wichita, Kansas. While the sign has a more benign meaning, many say perceived reality speaks louder than reality. The Kansas African American Museum (located in an historic church) is partially encircled by (and shares same lot) as the Sedgwick County Courthouse and County Jail in Wichita, KS.</b></i><br />
<a href="http://wiki.worldflicks.org/kansas_african_american_museum.html"><i><b>http://wiki.worldflicks.org/kansas_african_american_museum.html</b></i></a><br />
<i><b>(Once at website, close box to see satellite view)</b></i></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A roundtable discussion and symposium on “<b>Mass Incarceration in our Community</b>” will be held from <b>noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012</b> at Selden Park in Brunswick, Georgia.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The roundtable will include five presentations and feature labor rights leaders, the <b>International Longshoreman’s Association union</b>, and the <b>Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.).</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A banquet will be held at <b>8 p.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012 </b> at Selden Park in Brunswick.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The cost is $25.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The banquet features <a href="http://www.daycleansoul.com/africansoul/DCASindex.htm" target="_blank" title="Website for info on Georgia historian Amir Jamal Toure’ - Lecturer, author, living historian performer">Jamal Toure</a>' (below) - Lecturer, author, living historian performer.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/jamal-toure-and-african-spirit.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-medium wp-image-510" height="300" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/jamal-toure-and-african-spirit.jpg?w=249" title="Jamal Toure and African Spirit" width="249" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
Attorney Jamal Touré, J.D. is known as a Djeli (living historian or griot) who can comment on the lives of African people at home and in the diaspora.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">He is one of the first Gullah Geechees to be charged with that responsibility.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Touré founded Day Clean: The African Soul to inform, enlighten, and inspire African people regarding their cultures, and history.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Sponsors of the <b>4th Annual Tunis G. Campbell Birthday Festival</b> include <b>1R.U.S.H., Inc., the Purple Cloud Legal Aide Defense Fund and Brunswick Youth Works, Inc.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The events that are planned to honor Tunis Campbell “coincide and continue his courageous quest for social justice,” Butler said. “Please join us in this commemorative weekend of events.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A 19th Century African American freedom fighter, Campbell “urged newly freed blacks of Coastal Georgia to develop educational institutions and obtain landownership.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Campbell championed social justice issues and impacted both national and international politics.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Festival organizers request public support of the festival by “having your youth group participate in the Septima Clark Parade."</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The "<b>Septima Clark Parade for Education of Our Youth</b>" will be held beginning at<b> 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012</b>.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Participating youth groups must line up no later than <b>9 a.m. at Perry Park</b> located on Cleburne between J and K streets in Brunswick.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The parade is named for civil rights activist and educator <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septima_Poinsette_Clark" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Septima Poinsette Clark, an American educator and civil rights activist:">Septima P. Clark</a>, who became known as the "Queen mother" or "Grandmother of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_Rights_Movement" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about the Civil Rights Movement:">American Civil Rights Movement</a>" in the United States.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">If your organization cannot participate, nonprofit informational tables will be provided at a cost of five dollars per table or $25 for a for-profit table.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“This allows the communities in Coastal Georgia to learn more about positive youth organizations and agencies,” Butler said.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">For more information on the festival call (912) 342-7590.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-pix-1-via-wikipedia.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-450" height="503" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-pix-1-via-wikipedia.jpg" title="Tunis Campbell Pix #1 via Wikipedia" width="418" /></a></div></div><h1 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>4th Annual Tunis G. Campbell Birthday Fest</b><br />
<b>March 30th – April 2nd, 2012</b><br />
<b> Brunswick, Georgia</b><br />
<b> Theme: “Exodus From Pity to Power”</b></h1><div style="color: black; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>The schedule of events and activities are open to the public</b></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>Friday, March 30, 2012</b><br />
<b>7:00 p.m</b><br />
Educator’s Reception<br />
Location: Roxy Theatre, Brunswick, Georgia</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>Saturday, March 31, 2012</b><br />
<b>10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.</b><br />
Septima Clark Parade for Education of Our Youth<br />
( Parade Route: From Perry Park to Altama Ave. and G Streets in Brunswick)</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>12 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.</b><br />
Round Table Discussion/Symposium 5 presentations (40 min)<br />
Location: Selden Park in Brunswick<br />
*Topic: Mass Incarceration in our Community<br />
Featuring: Labor Rights Leaders, The International Longshoreman’s Association union, and the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.)</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>8:00 p.m.</b><br />
Banquet: Cost: $25 per person (Dressy Casual)<br />
Location: Selden Park in Brunswick</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/jamal-toure-as-mingo-copy-va-davenport-house-museum.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-511" height="150" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/jamal-toure-as-mingo-copy-va-davenport-house-museum.jpg?w=148" title="Jamal-Toure-as-Mingo-Copy va Davenport House Museum" width="148" /></a> </h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;">The event includes a performance by Jamal Toure':<br />
Attorney, lecturer, author, and living historian performer</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>Sunday, April 1, 2012</b><br />
<b>10:00 a.m</b><br />
Worship Service<br />
Location: The Baptist Worship Center in Crescent, GA<br />
(The site of 1,000 acre purchase initiated by Tunis Campbell)<br />
<a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess.png"><img alt="" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-508 aligncenter" height="127" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess.png?w=150" title="Queen Quet, Gullah GeeChee Nation Chieftess" width="150" /></a> </h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;">Delivering the sermon will be Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess, Spokesperson, and Head-of-State for the Gullah/Geechee Nation</h3><h3 style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>Monday, April 2, 2012</b><br />
Membership Drive</h3><div style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-11.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-536" height="126" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-11.jpg" title="1R.U.S.H" width="486" /></a> </b></div><div style="color: black; text-align: center;"><b>"1R.U.S.H., Inc. is the organizing voice of the community," said Estella Wright, President and CEO of 1R.U.S.H., Inc.</b><br />
<b> "During the membership drive we are hoping people with sign up for the organization so we can take a stand for the community," Wright said.</b><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Information about Civil Rights Legends Tunis Campbell and Septima Clark:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-pix-1-via-wikipedia.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-448 alignnone" height="160" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/septima-clark-pix-2-via-kalamu-posterous.jpg" title="Septima Clark Pix #2 via kalamu.posterous" width="88" /><img alt="" class="wp-image-450 alignnone" height="158" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-pix-1-via-wikipedia.jpg?w=124" title="Tunis Campbell Pix #1 via Wikipedia" width="130" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Info about the <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2903" target="_blank" title="Excellent story on the history of Tunis G. Campbell in the Georgia Encyclopedia:">history</a> of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">Tunis Campbell</a> (April 1, 1812 – December 4, 1891):</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2903" target="_blank" title="Excellent story on the history of Tunis G. Campbell in the Georgia Encyclopedia:">http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2903</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tunis_Campbell</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Tunis Campbell (April 1, 1812 – December 4, 1891) was a prominent African American politician of the <a href="http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/" target="_blank" title="Link to the official website (book/movie) entitled: "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":">19th century</a>, and a major figure in Reconstruction Georgia.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Born in Middlebrook, New Jersey, Campbell served as a Justice of the Peace, a delegate to the State Constitutional Convention, and as a Georgia state senator. He died in Boston, Massachusetts, on December 4, 1891.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">After Union general William T. Sherman captured <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1056" target="_blank">Savannah</a> in December 1864, on his <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-641" target="_blank">march to the sea</a>, and Congress set up the <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-3257">Freedmen's Bureau</a> in March 1865, Campbell was appointed to supervise land claims and resettlement on five Georgia islands: <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-930" target="_blank">Ossabaw</a>, Delaware, Colonels, <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2968" target="_blank">St. Catherines</a>, and <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-466" target="_blank">Sapelo</a>.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Georgia planters, who received pardons from U.S. president Andrew Johnson, regained control of these islands in 1866. Campbell quickly purchased 1,250 acres at Belle Ville in <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1264" target="_blank">McIntosh County</a> and there established an association of black landowners to divide parcels and profit from the land.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">In 1867 Congress ordered a further <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2533" target="_blank">Reconstruction</a> of the South.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Campbell worked to register voters before being elected as a justice of the peace, a delegate to the state <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-3249">constitutional convention</a>, and a state senator from the Second Senatorial District (<a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2360">Liberty</a>, McIntosh, and <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-2395">Tattnall</a> counties).</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">As a justice of the peace, minister, and political boss, Campbell organized a black power structure in McIntosh County that protected freed people from white abuses, whether against their bodies or in labor negotiations.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">He headed a 300-strong African American militia that guarded him from reprisals by the <a href="http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-694">Ku Klux Klan</a> or others, even though his home was burned, he was poisoned, and his family lived in constant fear.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">In 1867, with a goal to help <a href="http://video.pbs.org/program/slavery-another-name" target="_blank" title="Link to the PBS promo video about the movie entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II:"">freedmen vote</a>, Campbell was appointed to the Board of Registration in Georgia.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">He was elected to congress as a senator in Georgia in 1868 only to be expelled from office because white congressmen agreed that <a href="http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/the-book" target="_blank" title="Link to the book (512 pages) entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":">blacks didn't have the right to hold office</a>.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Tunis was able to return to office in 1871, but lost in 1872 and eventually imprisoned in a Georgia labor camp before fleeing the state.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Source: Georgia Encyclopedia and Wikipedia</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-book-cover-hotel-keepers-head-waiters-and-housekeepers-guide-1848.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-449 " height="350" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/tunis-campbell-book-cover-hotel-keepers-head-waiters-and-housekeepers-guide-1848.jpg" title="Tunis Campbell book cover "Hotel Keepers, Head Waiters, and Housekeepers' Guide" (1848)" width="415" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Tunis_Campbell.jpg" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for the sketch of Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">sketch</a> (circa 1848) of Tunis Campbell is the only known image of the prominent black politician and minister.</div><div style="color: black;">Original sketch drawing is signed/credited “Hartwell” – the full name of artist is unavailable.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Tunis_Campbell.jpg" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for the sketch of Tunis Campbell, minister and prominent black politician:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Tunis_Campbell.jpg</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The sketch is from his book "<i><b>Hotel Keepers, Head Waiters, and Housekeepers' Guide</b></i>" (1848) published in Boston by Coolidge and Wiley, 1848</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Campbell also wrote the book "<i><b>Sufferings of the Reverend T. G. Campbell and His Family in Georgia</b>" </i>(1877)</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://digital.lib.msu.edu/projects/cookbooks/html/books/book_17.cfm" target="_blank" title="Michigan State University Library: The sketch is from his book "Hotel Keepers, Head Waiters, and Housekeepers' Guide" (1848) published in Boston by Coolidge and Wiley, 1848:">http://digital.lib.msu.edu/projects/cookbooks/html/books/book_17.cfm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://digital.lib.msu.edu/projects/cookbooks/images/books/400w/book17_frontis.jpg" target="_blank" title="Michigan State University Library: The sketch is from his book "Hotel Keepers, Head Waiters, and Housekeepers' Guide" (1848) published in Boston by Coolidge and Wiley, 1848:">http://digital.lib.msu.edu/projects/cookbooks/images/books/400w/book17_frontis.jpg</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Info about the history of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septima_Poinsette_Clark" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Septima Poinsette Clark, an American educator and civil rights activist:">Septima Clark</a> (May 3, 1898–December 15, 1987):</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/septima-clark-pix-1-via-inthedoghouse-hubpages.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-447" height="246" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/septima-clark-pix-1-via-inthedoghouse-hubpages.jpg" title="Septima Clark Pix #1 via inthedoghouse.hubpages" width="248" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
<b>Septima Poinsette Clark</b> (May 3, 1898–December 15, 1987) was an <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States" target="_blank" title="United States">American</a> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educator" target="_blank" title="Educator">educator</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_rights" target="_blank" title="Civil rights">civil rights</a> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Activist" title="Activist">activist</a>.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Clark developed the literacy and citizenship workshops that played an important role in the drive for voting rights and civil rights for <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_American" title="African American">African Americans</a> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_Rights_Movement" title="Civil Rights Movement">American Civil Rights Movement</a>."</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">She became known as the "<b>Queen mother</b>" or "<b>Grandmother of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_Rights_Movement" target="_blank" title="Civil Rights Movement">American Civil Rights Movement</a></b>" in the United States.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Read more about the history of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septima_Poinsette_Clark" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for Septima Poinsette Clark, an American educator and civil rights activist:">Septima Clark on Wikipedia</a>.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Source: Wikipedia</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septima_Poinsette_Clark">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Septima_Poinsette_Clark</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Links to Septima Clark photos and stories:</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://inthedoghouse.hubpages.com/hub/Freedoms-Sisters--Twenty-Great-Arfrican-American-Women">http://inthedoghouse.hubpages.com/hub/Freedoms-Sisters--Twenty-Great-Arfrican-American-Women</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://kalamu.posterous.com/archive/8/2010?page=29">http://kalamu.posterous.com/archive/8/2010?page=29</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Sponsors of the 4th Annual Tunis G. Campbell Birthday Festival include 1R.U.S.H., Inc., the Purple Cloud Legal Aide Defense Fund and Brunswick Youth Works, Inc.:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-3.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-526" height="360" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/1r-u-s-h-3.jpg" title="1R.U.S.H (3)" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>1R.U.S.H., Inc.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> c/o Mrs. Estella Wright, President and CEO</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 3441 Cypress Mill road</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Suite 203-4</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Brunswick, Georgia</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 31520</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/estella-wright.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-521" height="207" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/estella-wright.jpg" title="Estella Wright" width="180" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Mrs. Estella Wright, President/CEO of 1R.U.S.H. Inc.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 786-285-1297</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Brunswick Youth Works, Inc.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 3441 Cypress Mill Road, Suite 4</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Brunswick, Georgia</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 31520</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Links about civil rights activist Rev. Zack Lyde, pastor of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church of Brunswick, GA:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Rev. Zack Lucius Lyde</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://us.56abc.cn/GA/Brunswick/415031172/St-Johns-Missionary-Baptist-Church.html" target="_blank" title="Info, map, satellite pixs of the St. John's Missionary Baptists Church in Brunswick, GA: ">St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church</a></div><div style="color: black;">former chairman of the Georgia Green Party, a Gullah Geechee pastor, leader in the environmental justice movement, founder of “Save the People, Inc.” that addressed environmental racism issues</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&q=1803+G+Street+Brunswick,+GA" target="_blank" title="Google map of the Saint John’s Missionary Baptist Church located at 1803 G Street in Brunswick, GA:">Saint John’s Missionary Baptist Church</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 1803 G Street</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Brunswick, GA</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-lyde-pixs.jpg"><img alt="" class=" wp-image-497 " height="360" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-lyde-pixs.jpg" title="Rev. Zack Lyde Illegal Arrest Photos" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Associated Press story on RuffWire.com:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Federal Judge Ruling: Brunswick GA. Officials Violated Rev. Zack Lyde Rights</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>44-Page Decision: U.S. District Judge Lisa Godbey Wood rules in favor of civil rights leader who took on right-wing Tea Party</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Rev. Zack Lyde: Brunswick officials violated his right to free speech and used an unconstitutional city ordinance to falsely imprison him</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://ruffwire.com/2011/10/04/judge-rule-brunswick-ga-officials-violated-rev-zack-lyde-rights" target="_blank" title="Associated Press story on RuffWire.com: Federal Judge Ruling: Brunswick, Georgia Police Violated The Rights of Rev. Zack Lyde:">http://ruffwire.com/2011/10/04/judge-rule-brunswick-ga-officials-violated-rev-zack-lyde-rights</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Florida Times-Union Story (<b>August 26, 2009</b>) on Jacksonville.com:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Rev. Zack Lyde arrested for protesting a Brunswick health care protest</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Rev. Lyde argued with health care protesters, but did not have a permit</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://jacksonville.com/news/georgia/2009-08-27/story/man_arrested_for_protesting_a_brunswick_health_care_protest#ixzz1hzWGDa1n" target="_blank" title="Florida Times-Union Story (August 26, 2009) on Jacksonville.com: Rev. Zack Lyde arrested for protesting a Brunswick health care protest - Rev. Lyde argued with health care protesters, but did not have a permit:">http://jacksonville.com/news/georgia/2009-08-27/story/man_arrested_for_protesting_a_brunswick_health_care_protest#ixzz1hzWGDa1n</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-zack-lyde-headshot-via-black-agenda-report.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-499" height="129" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-zack-lyde-headshot-via-black-agenda-report.jpg" title="Rev. Zack Lyde Headshot via Black Agenda Report" width="118" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Black Agenda Report (BAR): BAR managing editor Bruce A. Dixon reports on the unfair national coverage of the arrest of Rev. Zack Lyde - who later won his federal lawsuit against the police - despite the biased criticism by the national media of the Brunswick, Georgia pastor:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://blackagendareport.com/content/roland-martin-rick-sanchez-and-cnn-blow-real-story-again" target="_blank" title="Black Agenda Report (BAR): BAR managing editor Bruce A. Dixon reports on the unfair national coverage of the arrest of Rev. Zack Lyde - who later won his federal lawsuit against the police - despite the biased national media criticism of the Brunswick, Georgia pastor:">http://blackagendareport.com/content/roland-martin-rick-sanchez-and-cnn-blow-real-story-again</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/civil-rights-violation-federal-lawsuit-by-rev-lyde-1.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-491" height="288" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/civil-rights-violation-federal-lawsuit-by-rev-lyde-1.jpg" title="Civil rights violation federal lawsuit: A federal judge ruled that Brunswick, GA Police violated the constitutional rights of Rev. Zack Lyde" width="487" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>View a copy of the Rev. Zack Lyde civil rights lawsuit that he won in federal court:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/82052138" target="_blank" title="A copy of the Rev. Zack Lyde civil rights lawsuit that he won in federal court:">http://www.scribd.com/doc/82052138</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.citydox.com/lyde_suit.pdf" target="_blank" title="A copy of the Rev. Zack Lyde civil rights lawsuit that he won in federal court:">http://www.citydox.com/lyde_suit.pdf</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/civil-rights-violation-federal-lawsuit-by-rev-lyde-3.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-493" height="357" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/civil-rights-violation-federal-lawsuit-by-rev-lyde-3.jpg" title="Civil rights violation federal lawsuit: A federal judge ruled that Brunswick, GA Police violated the constitutional rights of Rev. Zack Lyde" width="550" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/redneck-party-pac-collage.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-553" height="421" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/redneck-party-pac-collage.jpg" title="Redneck Party PAC Collage" width="590" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Rev. Zack Lyde and Jeana Brown co-founded the Redneck Party, a pro-labor coalition.</div><div style="color: black;">The Redneck Party PAC is a "grassroots coalition of black, white and immigrant workers founded to be a Southern labor movement to remember our nation's labor struggles and to honor all those who contribute by the toil of their hands," Brown said.</div><div style="color: black;">Contact Jeana Brown at 1-912-294-3167.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Website of the Redneck Party (PAC):</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.redneckparty.org/" target="_blank" title="Website of the Redneck Party (PAC):">http://www.redneckparty.org/</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Redneck Party on Facebook:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/RedneckPartyInternational" target="_blank" title="Redneck Party on Facebook:">http://www.facebook.com/RedneckPartyInternational</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Citizens Media Resource story about the Redneck Party and Beer Party Protesting the Republican Party Debate: GOP's 'Cheap-Labor Conservatives' Can No Longer Take the South for Granted:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://citizensmediaresource.blogspot.com/2011/11/redneck-party-and-beer-party-protest.html" target="_blank" title="Citizens Media Resource story about the Redneck Party and Beer Party Protesting the Republican Party Debate: GOP's 'Cheap-Labor Conservatives' Can No Longer Take the South for Granted:">http://citizensmediaresource.blogspot.com/2011/11/redneck-party-and-beer-party-protest.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Coverage samples of Redneck Party protest of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Oct. 25 in Franklin, TN:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.newschannel5.com/story/15875837/redneck-party-rallies-in-franklin" target="_blank" title="News Channel 5 TV coverage of Redneck Party protest of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Oct. 25 in Franklin, TN:">http://www.newschannel5.com/story/15875837/redneck-party-rallies-in-franklin</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.wsaw.com/news/headlines/A_Group_to_Protest__132420803.html" target="_blank" title="WSAW-TV news coverage of Redneck Party protest of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker Oct. 25 in Franklin, TN:">http://www.wsaw.com/news/headlines/A_Group_to_Protest__132420803.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"What Fake Reform of the Prison State Looks Like: Georgia's Criminal Justice Reform Commission" (June 10, 2011): End Mass Incarceration/Defending Our Immigrant Neighbors by BAR managing editor Bruce A. Dixon</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.georgiagreenparty.org/ChallengingMassIncarceration/What_Fake_Reform_of_the_Prison_State_Looks_Like">http://www.georgiagreenparty.org/ChallengingMassIncarceration/What_Fake_Reform_of_the_Prison_State_Looks_Like</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-lyde-stock-exchange-occupy-dec-2011.jpg"><img alt="" class="size-medium wp-image-554" height="225" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/rev-lyde-stock-exchange-occupy-dec-2011.jpg?w=300" title="Rev Lyde Stock at New York Exchange during the Occupy Wall Street protests in Dec. 2011" width="300" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“The governor’s commission needs reforming itself,” declared longtime human rights activist Rev. Zack Lyde of Brunswick GA.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“It’s too narrow, it’s too shallow, it’s too corporate.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">They need to come out of that room with the consultants, the D.A.s, the contractors and the insiders.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">They need to hold hearings in Savannah and Valdosta, in Macon and Columbus, in Albany, Augusta and Atlanta, and one or two hearings inside the prisons themselves.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A commission that did that would get a glimmer of what real reform might look like. Our state’s obsession with prisons, jails, profit and punishment does not serve justice and does not make us safer, It’s like an unhealthy attachment to Pharaoh, and it’s time for us to let it go.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>The Other Economic Summit (TOES) USA during G-8 Summit in Brunswick in June 2004:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.toes-usa.org/program.html">http://www.toes-usa.org/program.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"We pay taxes to cover the costs associated with the public spaces we want to use. Many of the corporations the G8 leaders represent don't pay taxes. What right do they have to tell us what to do and what not to do with the public spaces we've paid for?"</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The Rev. Zack Lyde in Brunswick said that police repeatedly entered his church (St. John's Missionary Baptist Church) saying they wanted to worship there, but after "gathering intelligence" and intimidating the congregation, they always left before it came time to pray.</div><div style="color: black;">Rev. Lyde played a leading role in the effort to organize a local response to the G8 Summit.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">He applied for permits on behalf of local organizers a march and rally and a prayer vigil, and when the Brunswick City government "lost" his applications, he went to court to obtain venues for these activities as well as for the TOES conference.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Rev. Lyde is a descendant of the Gullah Geechee people, formerly enslaved people who were given title to islands off the Georgia Coast, including Sea Island, at the end of the Civil War.</div><div style="color: black;">The Gullah Geechee people where pushed off this land as it was privatized and turned into valuable real estate.</div><div style="color: black;">The re-enslavement process began with debt, indentured servitude, and finally a diaspora, as many Gullah Geechee became economic and environmental refugees.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">This pattern is precisely how economic policies promoted by the G8 play out in coastal Georgia, and in the third world in general. The Gullah Geechee have no difficulty recognizing the G8 for what they are, and call them "the Greedy 8".</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.accuracy.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Institute for Public Accuracy:">Institute for Public Accuracy</a> story/info about the “backstory” of the G-8 Summit in Brunswick, Georgia and the Iraq Resolution – that includes quotes from Rev. Zack Lyde:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.commondreams.org/cgi-bin/print.cgi?file=/news2004/0609-03.htm" target="_blank" title="Institute for Public Accuracy story/info about the “backstory” of the G-8 Summit in Brunswick, Georgia and the Iraq Resolution - Rev. Zack Lyde comments:">http://www.commondreams.org/cgi-bin/print.cgi?file=/news2004/0609-03.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess.png"><img alt="" class="size-full wp-image-508" height="279" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess.png" title="Queen Quet, Gullah GeeChee Nation Chieftess" width="329" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Delivering the sermon on Sunday, April 1, 2012 is <a href="http://web.mac.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Sea_Island_Coalition/Founders_Journal.html" target="_blank" title="Blog of Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine</a>, Chieftess, Spokesperson, and Head-of-State for the <a href="http://web.me.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Nation_Headquarters/Tenki_fa_Cumin_ta_We.html" target="_blank" title="Official website of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">Gullah/Geechee Nation</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Gullah/Geechee Nation Headquarters</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Post Office Box 1109</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> St. Helena Island, SC</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 29920</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>(843) 838-1171</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="mailto:gulllahgeecheenation@officialgullahgeechee.info" target="_blank" title="email the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">gulllahgeecheenation@officialgullahgeechee.info</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-nation-logo.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-519" height="148" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-nation-logo.png" title="Gullah/Geechee Nation official logo" width="242" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Gullah/Geechee Nation website:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://web.me.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Nation_Headquarters/Tenki_fa_Cumin_ta_We.html" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">http://web.me.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Nation_Headquarters/Tenki_fa_Cumin_ta_We.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Facebook fan page of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/GullahGeechee-Nation/66574769035" target="_blank" title="Facebook fan page of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">http://www.facebook.com/pages/GullahGeechee-Nation/66574769035</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess-2.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-559" height="139" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/queen-quet-gullah-geechee-nation-chieftess-2.png?w=300" title="Queen Quet, Gullah/Geechee Nation Chieftess #2" width="300" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">LinkedIn page for Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/queenquet" target="_blank" title="LinkedIn page for Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">http://www.linkedin.com/in/queenquet</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Personal website of Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://web.me.com/gullahgeecheenation/Queen_Quet/Chieftess_and_%22The_Art-ivist%22_Bio.html" target="_blank" title="Personal website of Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">http://web.me.com/gullahgeecheenation/Queen_Quet/Chieftess_and_%22The_Art-ivist%22_Bio.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Blog of Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://web.mac.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Sea_Island_Coalition/Founders_Journal.html" target="_blank" title="Blog of Queen Quet Marquetta Goodwine, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation:">http://web.mac.com/gullahgeecheenation/Gullah_Geechee_Sea_Island_Coalition/Founders_Journal.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-cultural-heritage-corridor-logo.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-517" height="213" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gullah-geechee-cultural-heritage-corridor-logo.jpg" title="Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor official logo" width="175" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>The Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor: Designated by an act of Congress on October 12, 2006</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Official website of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://gullahgeecheecorridor.org/?Itemid=137" target="_blank" title="Official website of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor:">http://gullahgeecheecorridor.org/?Itemid=137</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/united-states-congressman-james-e-clyburn-d-sc.png"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-518" height="150" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/united-states-congressman-james-e-clyburn-d-sc.png?w=100" title="United States Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC)" width="100" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">United States Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC) message about the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://clyburn.house.gov/our-district/gullah-geechee-cultural-heritage-corridor" target="_blank" title="U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC) message about the National Park Service officially announcing the 15-member Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission:">http://clyburn.house.gov/our-district/gullah-geechee-cultural-heritage-corridor</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://gullahgeecheecorridor.org/" target="_blank" title="The homepage of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor including a message from U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC) about the 400-year history of the Gullah/Geechee culture that is the core purpose of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor designed to preserve the sites, sounds and tastes of the Gullah/ Geechee culture that has been slowly vanishing along the coasts of North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida:">http://gullahgeecheecorridor.org</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">National Public Radio story about the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor and the Gullah/Geechee culture:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6283153" target="_blank" title="National Public Radio story about the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor and the Gullah/Geechee culture:">http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6283153</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">National Park Service info about the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.nps.gov/guge/index.htm" target="_blank" title="National Park Service message about the importance of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:">http://www.nps.gov/guge/index.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.nps.gov/guge/faqs.htm" target="_blank" title="National Park Service page on the facts about the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:"> http://www.nps.gov/guge/faqs.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Copy of the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.theorator.com/bills109/hr694.html" target="_blank" title="A copy of the official Gullah/Geechee Cultural Heritage Act:"> http://www.theorator.com/bills109/hr694.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">The purposes of this Act:</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(1) recognize the important contributions made to American culture and history by African Americans known as the Gullah/Geechee who settled in the coastal counties of South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida;</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(2) assist State and local governments and public and private entities in South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida in interpreting the story of the Gullah/Geechee and preserving Gullah/Geechee folklore, arts, crafts, and music; and</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(3) assist in identifying and preserving sites, historical data, artifacts, and objects associated with the Gullah/Geechee for the benefit and education of the public.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://ilaunion.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the International Longshoreman’s Association union:"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-456" height="135" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/longshoremen-logo-freeze.jpg" title="Longshoremen logo freeze" width="600" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://ilaunion.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the International Longshoreman’s Association union:">International Longshoreman’s Association union</a> (<a href="http://www.aflcio.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the AFL-CIO:">AFL-CIO</a>)</b></div><div style="color: black;">1208 London St.</div><div style="color: black;">Brunswick, GA</div><div style="color: black;">31520</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://ilaunion.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the International Longshoreman’s Association union:">http://ilaunion.org</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(912) 267-7409</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.gaports.com/" target="_blank" title="Port of Brunswick, GA:">Port of Brunswick, GA</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.gaports.com/" target="_blank" title="Port of Savannah, GA:">Port of Savannah, GA</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">ILA Local <b>1423</b> <a href="http://www.unions.org/unions/international-longshoremen%27s-association/local-1423/11672" target="_blank">Brunswick, Georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;">ILA Local <b>1863</b> <a href="http://www.unions.org/unions/international-longshoremen%27s-association/local-1863/15961" target="_blank">Brunswick, Georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;">ILA Local <b>2046</b> <a href="http://www.unions.org/unions/international-longshoremen%27s-association/local-2046/13272" target="_blank">Garden City, Georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;">ILA Local <b>1414</b> <a href="http://www.unions.org/unions/international-longshoremen%27s-association/local-1414/12917" target="_blank">Savannah, Georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;">ILA Local <b>1475</b> <a href="http://www.unions.org/unions/international-longshoremen%27s-association/local-1475/13086" target="_blank">Savannah, Georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;"><b>---</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.seiu.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.):"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-457" height="87" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/seiu-logo.gif" title="SEIU Logo" width="349" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.seiu.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.):">Service Employees International Union</a> (S.E.I.U.)</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.seiu.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.):">http://www.seiu.org</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.seiu.org/local/georgia" target="_blank" title="Georgia page of the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.):">http://www.seiu.org/local/georgia</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SEIU" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about the Service Employees International Union (S.E.I.U.):">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SEIU</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.seiu.org/directory/details?k=337">SEIU Local 5000</a></b> - <i>Public</i></div><div style="color: black;">BRANCH Office</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.nage.org/" target="_new">Website </a></div><div style="color: black;">1776 Peachtree Rd. NW</div><div style="color: black;">Suite 415</div><div style="color: black;">Atlanta, GA</div><div style="color: black;">30309</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(617) 376-0220</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.seiu.org/directory/details?k=413">SEIU Workers United</a></b> - <i>Local Union</i></div><div style="color: black;">BRANCH Office</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.workers-united.org/" target="_new">Website </a></div><div style="color: black;">4405 Mall Blvd.</div><div style="color: black;">Suite 600</div><div style="color: black;">Union City, GA</div><div style="color: black;">30291</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">(646) 448-6402</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/amir-jamal-toure-2.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-520" height="181" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/amir-jamal-toure-2.jpg" title="Amir Jamal Toure #2" width="208" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Contact info for Georgia historian/Attorney <a href="http://www.daycleansoul.com/africansoul/DCASindex.htm" target="_blank" title="Website for info on Georgia historian Amir Jamal Toure’ - Lecturer, author, living historian performer">Amir Jamal Toure'</a> - Lecturer, author, living historian performer</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Day Clean - The African Soul</div><div style="color: black;">912-220-5966</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="mailto:daycleanhhi@yahoo.com" target="_blank" title="email Georgia historian Amir Jamal Toure’ - Lecturer, author, living historian performer"><b>daycleanhhi@yahoo.com</b></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.daycleanjourneys.net/">http://www.daycleanjourneys.net</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.blackbusinesslist.com/dayclean">http://www.blackbusinesslist.com/dayclean</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.daycleansoul.com/africansoul/DCASindex.htm">http://www.daycleansoul.com/africansoul/DCASindex.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Day Clean Soul on Facebook</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Day-Clean-Soul/271331433110" target="_blank" title="Facebook page for Day Clean Soul on Facebook:">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Day-Clean-Soul/271331433110</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>DayCleanSoul on Twitter</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="https://twitter.com/#%21/daycleansoul" target="_blank" title="DayCleanSoul on Twitter:">https://twitter.com/#!/daycleansoul</a></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Amir Toure'</b></div><div style="color: black;">@daycleansoul</div><div style="color: black;">Port City - Savannah, GA</div><div style="color: black;">"African Sun a humble soul seeking to fulfill his role in this world, loving his people."</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>WSAV-TV reporter Kim Gusby has this February 21, 2010 Black History Month story with “living historian” Jamal Toure' who shares the story of Rev. Tunis Campbell and Ulysses Houston</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www2.wsav.com/news/2010/feb/21/feb_21_bhm_rev_tunis_campbell_and_ulysses_housto-ar-125793">http://www2.wsav.com/news/2010/feb/21/feb_21_bhm_rev_tunis_campbell_and_ulysses_housto-ar-125793</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Reconstruction Georgia:</b></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A story that includes Rev. Tunis G. Campbell on Reconstruction Georgia entitled "<i><b>Forty Acres and a Mule: The Ruined Hope of Reconstruction</b></i>" by Danielle Alexander in a series of stories on the Civil War financed by <a href="http://www.neh.gov/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the U.S. Government funded The National Endowment for the Humanities:">The National Endowment for the Humanities</a>:</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.neh.gov/news/humanities/2004-01/reconstruction.html" target="_blank" title="A story that includes Rev. Tunis G. Campbell on Reconstruction Georgia entitled "Forty Acres and a Mule: The Ruined Hope of Reconstruction" by Danielle Alexander in a series of stories on the Civil War financed by The National Endowment for the Humanities:">http://www.neh.gov/news/humanities/2004-01/reconstruction.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.historycentral.com/documents/ReconstructionGeorgia.html" target="_blank" title="History Central story on Reconstruction Georgia:">http://www.historycentral.com/documents/ReconstructionGeorgia.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://ourgeorgiahistory.com/history101/gahistory08.html" target="_blank" title="Our Georgia History story on Reconstruction Georgia:">http://ourgeorgiahistory.com/history101/gahistory08.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://chnm.gmu.edu/courses/122/carr/seaframe.html" target="_blank" title="Story on Reconstruction Georgia entitled "The Sea Islands: An Experiment in Land Redistribution" on the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media (Department of History and Art History at George Mason University) website:">http://chnm.gmu.edu/courses/122/carr/seaframe.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_during_Reconstruction" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia info on Reconstruction Georgia:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_during_Reconstruction</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Seal_of_Georgia.svg" target="_blank" title="Graphic of the Seal of Georgia on Wikipedia:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Seal_of_Georgia.svg</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Black History stories on Progressive Pupil:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://progressivepupil.wordpress.com/">http://progressivepupil.wordpress.com</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.blackyouthproject.com/2011/04/the-price-of-choosing-jails-over-schools" target="_blank" title="The Black Youth Project: “The Price of Choosing Jails Over Schools” by Latoya Peterson, The Root (April 9, 2011) and it includes this photo of a black youth behind bars:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-444" height="394" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/black-men-jailed.jpg" title="black-men-jailed" width="450" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Black Youth and Mass Incarceration:</b></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.laprogressive.com/black-men-prison-system" target="_blank" title="L.A. Progressive story on Black Youth Incarceration in America's Prison System:">http://www.laprogressive.com/black-men-prison-system</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statistics_of_incarcerated_African-American_males" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for the statistics of incarcerated African American males:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statistics_of_incarcerated_African-American_males</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://law2.umkc.edu/faculty/projects/ftrials/scottsboro/sb_acct.html" target="_blank" title="The Trials of "The Scottsboro Boys" - The trials, convictions, reversals, and retrials as did an alleged gang rape of two white girls by nine black teenagers in March 1931">http://law2.umkc.edu/faculty/projects/ftrials/scottsboro/sb_acct.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>The Black Youth Project: “The Price of Choosing Jails Over Schools” by Latoya Peterson, The Root (April 9, 2011) and it includes the photo of black youth behind bars:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.blackyouthproject.com/2011/04/the-price-of-choosing-jails-over-schools/" target="_blank" title="The Black Youth Project: “The Price of Choosing Jails Over Schools” by Latoya Peterson, The Root (April 9, 2011) and it includes the photo of black youth behind bars:">http://www.blackyouthproject.com/2011/04/the-price-of-choosing-jails-over-schools</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>A new Mass Incarceration article in the <i>The New Yorker Magazine</i> has scary statistics:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">A Critic at Large: “<b><i>The Caging of America - Why do we lock up so many people?</i></b>” by Adam Gopnik (January 30, 2012)</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2012/01/30/120130crat_atlarge_gopnik" target="_blank" title="2012 Mass Incarceration article in the New Yorker Magazine has scary statistics. A Critic at Large: “The Caging of America - Why do we lock up so many people?” by Adam Gopnik (January 30, 2012):">http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/atlarge/2012/01/30/120130crat_atlarge_gopnik</a></div><ul style="color: black;"><li>For many poor people in America, particularly poor black men, prison is ordinary life, like high school and college is ordinary life for whites.</li>
<li>More than half of all black men without a high-school diploma go to prison during their lives</li>
<li>Mass incarceration is perhaps a fundamental fact, as slavery was a fundamental fact of 1850</li>
<li>More black men in the grip of the U.S. criminal-justice system than were in slavery</li>
<li>More Americans are under “correctional supervision” — more than six million — than were in the Gulag under Stalin</li>
<li>For privileged/professional people, the jail experience is a mere brush</li>
<li>No other country even approaches the number of Americans in prison</li>
<li>Lockuptown is the second largest "city" in the United States</li>
</ul><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Children's Defense Fund:"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-453" height="94" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/childrens-defense-fund-logo.gif" title="Children's Defense Fund logo" width="567" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Children's Defense Fund:">Children’s Defense Fund</a>: "Cradle to the Grave" effort includes photo of young kid on milk carton being booked:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/programs-campaigns/black-community-crusade-for-children-II" target="_blank" title="Children’s Defense Fund "Cradle to the Grave" effort includes photo of young kid on milk carton being booked:">http://www.childrensdefense.org/programs-campaigns/black-community-crusade-for-children-II</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Videos: Black Leaders Address Crisis:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/programs-campaigns/black-community-crusade-for-children-II/videos.html">http://www.childrensdefense.org/programs-campaigns/black-community-crusade-for-children-II/videos.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://cdf.childrensdefense.org/site/PageServer?pagename=c2pp_report2007">http://cdf.childrensdefense.org/site/PageServer?pagename=c2pp_report2007</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://cdf.childrensdefense.org/site/PageServer?pagename=c2pp_factsheets">http://cdf.childrensdefense.org/site/PageServer?pagename=c2pp_factsheets</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.childrensdefense.org/child-research-data-publications/data/cradle-prison-pipeline-report-2007-full-highres.html">http://www.childrensdefense.org/child-research-data-publications/data/cradle-prison-pipeline-report-2007-full-highres.html</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Washington Times: Training black teens how to DWB (Drive While Black) by <a href="http://communities.washingtontimes.com/staff/jeneba-ghatt/">Jeneba Ghatt</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/politics-raising-children/2011/mar/31/black-v-blue-training-black-teens-how-drive-while-/" target="_blank" title="Washington Times story on "Training black teens how to DWB (Drive While Black)" by Jeneba Ghatt:">http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/politics-raising-children/2011/mar/31/black-v-blue-training-black-teens-how-drive-while-/</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Only approximately 7% of the American population is African American, but they make up 46% of the total 2.1 million male inmates in jail or prison (U.S. Department of Justice, 2000).</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>A wide racial disproportion of the incarcerated population in each state: the proportion of blacks in prison populations exceeded the proportion among state residents in twenty states; the percent of blacks incarcerated was five times greater than the resident population.<br />
(source 2000 U.S. Census data via Wikipedia)</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>A black male born in 1991 has a 29% chance of spending time in prison at some point in his life.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Nearly one in three <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_American" title="African American">African American</a> males aged 20–29 are under some form of criminal justice supervision whether imprisoned, jailed, on parole or probation.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>One out of nine African American men will be incarcerated between the ages of 20 and 34.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> Black males ages 30 to 34 have the highest incarceration rate of any race/ethnicity.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> (According to America Community Survey via Wikipedia)</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><b>Georgia Hall of Shame:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.privateci.org/georgia.htm" target="_blank" title="Georgia Hall of Shame info about African Americans legal issues/incidents including the jailing of black youth in Georgia:">http://www.privateci.org/georgia.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Slavery and racism did not end in the 19th Century:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/slavery-by-another-name-banner.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-514" height="114" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/slavery-by-another-name-banner.jpg" title="Slavery by Another Name banner" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Festival organizers hope everyone will watch the movie "<i><b>Slavery by Another Name</b></i>."</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Links to the <a href="http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/the-book" target="_blank" title="Link to the book (512 pages) entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":">book</a> (512 pages) and <a href="http://video.pbs.org/program/slavery-another-name" target="_blank" title="Link to the PBS promo video about the movie entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II:"">movie</a> entitled:</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">"<i><b>Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II</b></i>"</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/slavery-by-another-name-pix.jpg"><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-515" height="94" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/slavery-by-another-name-pix.jpg" title="Slavery by Another Name pix" width="100" /></a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">By Pulitzer Prizing winning author Douglas A. Blackmon</div><div style="color: black;">Publisher: Doubleday, ISBN 978-0-385-50625-0</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/" target="_blank" title="Link to the official website (book/movie) entitled: "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":">http://www.slaverybyanothername.com</a><a href="http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/the-book" target="_blank" title="Link to the book (512 pages) entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":"><br />
http://www.slaverybyanothername.com/the-book</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://video.pbs.org/program/slavery-another-name" target="_blank" title="Link to the PBS promo video about the movie entitled "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II:"">http://video.pbs.org/program/slavery-another-name</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slavery_by_Another_Name" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page about the book and movie) entitled: "Slavery by Another Name: The Re-Enslavement of Black People in America from the Civil War to World War II":">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slavery_by_Another_Name</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: black;"><b><span style="color: blue;">Sherman's March to the Sea and Special Field Orders, No. 15:</span><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Gen. William <b>Sherman's March to the Sea</b> is the name commonly given to the <b>Savannah Campaign</b> in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_%28US_state%29" title="Georgia (US state)">Georgia</a> from November 15, 1864 to December 21, 1864 by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_general_%28United_States%29" title="Major general (United States)">Maj. Gen.</a> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tecumseh_Sherman" title="William Tecumseh Sherman">William Tecumseh Sherman</a> of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Union_Army" title="Union Army">Union Army</a> in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_War" title="American Civil War">American Civil War</a>.</div><div style="color: black;">The campaign began with Sherman's troops leaving the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Atlanta" title="Battle of Atlanta">captured</a> city of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlanta,_Georgia" title="Atlanta, Georgia">Atlanta, Georgia</a>, on November 16 and ended with the capture of the port of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savannah,_Georgia" title="Savannah, Georgia">Savannah</a> on December 21.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_slavery_in_the_United_States">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_slavery_in_the_United_States</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherman%27s_March_to_the_Sea">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherman%27s_March_to_the_Sea</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_general_%28United_States%29" title="Major general (United States)">Maj. Gen.</a> <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tecumseh_Sherman" title="William Tecumseh Sherman">William Tecumseh Sherman</a></div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tecumseh_Sherman">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tecumseh_Sherman</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Sherman's military campaigns of 1864 and 1865 freed many slaves, who greeted him "as a second Moses or Aaron" and joined his marches through Georgia and the Carolinas by the tens of thousands.</div><div style="color: black;">The fate of refugees became a pressing military and political issue.</div><div style="color: black;">Some abolitionists accused Sherman of doing little to alleviate the precarious living conditions of the freed slaves.</div><div style="color: black;">To address this issue, on January 12, 1865, Sherman met in Savannah with Secretary of War Stanton and with twenty local black leaders.</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Freedmen & Southern Society Project: Newspaper Account of a Meeting between Black Religious Leaders and Union Military Authorities (that occurred on Jan. 12, 1865 at 8 p.m.)</div><div style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.history.umd.edu/Freedmen/savmtg.htm" target="_blank" title="Freedmen & Southern Society Project: Newspaper Account of a Meeting between Black Religious Leaders and Union Military Authorities:">http://www.history.umd.edu/Freedmen/savmtg.htm</a></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Four days later, Sherman issued his Special Field Orders, No. 15.</div><div style="color: black;">The orders provided for the settlement of 40,000 freed slaves and black refugees on land expropriated from white landowners in South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida.</div><div style="color: black;">Those orders, which became the basis of the claim that the Union government had promised freed slaves "40 acres and a mule", were revoked later that year by President Andrew Johnson.</div><div style="color: black;">In his Memoirs, Sherman noted political pressure to encourage the escape of slaves, in part to avoid the possibility that "able-bodied slaves will be called into the military service of the rebels."</div><div style="color: black;">Sherman thought concentration on such policies would have delayed the "successful end" of the war and the liberation of all slaves.</div><div style="color: black;">He went on to summarize vividly his hard-war philosophy and to add, in effect, that he really did not want the help of liberated slaves in subduing the South:</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">“My aim then was to whip the rebels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. ‘Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.’ I did not want them to cast in our teeth what General Hood had once done at Atlanta, that we had to call on their slaves to help us to subdue them. But, as regards kindness to the race ..., I assert that no army ever did more for that race than the one I commanded at Savannah.”</div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: black;">Source: Wikipedia</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-39702665447101340292012-02-15T02:24:00.000-05:002012-02-15T02:34:39.980-05:00Support Dennis Kucinich: America's Most Courageous Congressman<div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://kucinich.us/" target="_blank">Dennis Kucinich</a> is one of the few American Leaders/Politicians with a heart - and who truly cares about people - all people!</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Please support Mr. Dennis Kucinich!</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>The Progressive Democrats of America support a leader who cares Congressman Dennis Kucinich!</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/1987/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1213750">http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/1987/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1213750</a></b></div><br />
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<b><span style="color: black;">The </span><a href="http://www.glsp.org/" style="color: black;" target="_blank" title="Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP):">Georgia Legal Services Program</a><span style="color: black;"> and the </span><a href="http://www.gabwa.org/" style="color: black;" target="_blank" title="Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA):">Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys</a><span style="color: black;"> hopes you will check out their new PSA on </span><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" style="color: black;" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hopes you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating Violence:">Teen Dating Violence</a><span style="color: black;">.</span></b><br />
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</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - teen violence against your daughter (or son) by a "date" is not acceptable - ever.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: red;"><b>Any form of teen violence should not be tolerated - just like Domestic Violence – it is wrong.</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Your children should watch this <a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:">PSA</a> – made with teens – by clicking on these links or one of the photos (above and below) from the video:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hopes you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating Violence:">Teen Violence</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
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</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>If you need help – or know someone who needs help – please call or visit this <a href="http://www.loveisrespect.org/" target="_blank" title="Love Is Respect:">website</a>:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b> 1-800-33-HAVEN</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.loveisrespect.org/" target="_blank" title="Love Is Respect:">http://www.LoveIsRespect.org</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
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</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-424" height="356" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-6.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #6" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-423" height="354" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-5.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #5" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-419" height="360" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-1.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #1" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-420" height="357" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-2.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #2" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-421" height="358" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-3.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #3" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-422" height="359" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/glsp-teeen-violence-video-graphics-4.jpg" title="GLSP Teeen Violence Video Graphics #4" width="640" /></a> </b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>The <a href="http://www.glsp.org/documents/513131Teen%20Dating%20Violence%20Month.mov" target="_blank" title="The Georgia Legal Services Program and the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys hope you will check out their new PSA on Teen Dating:">video</a> is sponsored by the <a href="http://www.glsp.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP):">Georgia Legal Services Program</a> (GLSP) and the <a href="http://www.gabwa.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA):">Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys</a> (GABWA)</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=8595777748573655928"><br />
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</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=8595777748573655928">Georgia Legal Services Program (GSLP):<br />
</a><a href="http://www.glsp.org/">http://www.glsp.org</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.gabwa.org/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA):"><img alt="" class="alignnone wp-image-426" height="174" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/gabwa-logo.gif" title="GABWA Logo" width="196" /></a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA):</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://www.gabwa.org/">http://www.GABWA.org</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b>LawScape Blog:</b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><a href="http://lawscape.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/georgia-legal-services-addresses-teen-dating-and-violence" target="_blank" title="LawScape Blog:">http://lawscape.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/georgia-legal-services-addresses-teen-dating-and-violence</a></b></div><div style="color: black;"><b><br />
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<b>- Watch more <a href="http://vodpod.com/">Videos</a> at Vodpod.</b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-77158661972130390652012-02-06T02:09:00.000-05:002012-02-06T19:41:42.570-05:00Democratic Party of Georgia: Grand Opening of the Democrats’ Savannah Office is Latest Salvo in Fight to End Cruel Republican Legislation and Policies – While Working Hard to Win Local, State and National Elections Including the Re-Election of President Obama and Vice President Biden<div style="color: black;"></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: red;">Savannah, Georgia:</span> <span style="color: blue;">Democratic Party of Georgia opens office in Savannah - one year after opening Augusta office - with plans to take back state and national offices and re-elect President Obama</span></span></b></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>(Savannah, Georgia) - About 200 people attended the February 4, 2012 grand opening ceremony for the Democratic Party of Georgia's satellite office in Savannah.</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><b>Those present included <a href="http://www.barackobama.com/splash/two-term-fund?source=DSH" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Official website for the re-election of Pres. Obama and Vice Pres. Biden:">Democrats</a></b><b> from Atlanta, Augusta and other cities across Georgia and South Carolina.</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><div><b>The Savannah, Georgia area is home to the <a data-mce-href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc" href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Chatham County Democratic Party:">Chatham County Democratic Party</a></b><b>.</b></div><br />
<b>Party leaders and lawmakers on hand included <a data-mce-href="http://www.georgiademocrat.org" href="http://www.georgiademocrat.org/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Democratic Party of Georgia:">Democratic Party of Georgia</a></b><b> (<a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Democratic-Party-of-Georgia/105791402802932" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Democratic-Party-of-Georgia/105791402802932" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of the Democratic Party of Georgia:">DPG</a>) <a data-mce-href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6vMyAmBC44" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6vMyAmBC44" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Youtube video with Mike Berlon, Chairman of The Democratic Party of Georgia, on the re-election of President Obama & The Quitman 10:">Chairman Mike Berlon</a>, U.S. Congressman <a data-mce-href="U.S. Congressman James Clyburn" href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.wordpress.com/wp-admin/U.S.%20Congressman%20James%20Clyburn" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Official page of U.S. Congressman James Clyburn (D-SC):">James Clyburn</a></b> <b>(D-SC)</b>, <b><a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/EdnaForMayor" href="http://www.facebook.com/EdnaForMayor" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of Savannah Mayor Edna Jackson:">Savannah Mayor Edna Jackson</a><span style="color: red;">,</span></b> <b><a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Hall-3rd-District-Councilman-Elect/107541872658004" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Hall-3rd-District-Councilman-Elect/107541872658004" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of Savannah City Councilman John Hall:">Savannah City Councilman John Hall</a></b>, Georgia State Senator <b><a data-mce-href="http://www.senate.ga.gov/senators/en-US/member.aspx?Member=134" href="http://www.senate.ga.gov/senators/en-US/member.aspx?Member=134" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="GA Senate Bio of Georgia State Senator Lester Jackson:">Lester Jackson</a></b> and Georgia State Representatives<b> <a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/bryantBob.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/bryantBob.htm" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="GA House Bio of Georgia State Rep. Bob Bryant:">Bob Bryant</a></b><b>, <a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/gordonCraig.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/gordonCraig.htm" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="GA House Bio of Georgia State Rep. Craig Gordon:">Craig Gordon</a></b><b>, <a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/stephensMickey/stephensMickey.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/stephensMickey/stephensMickey.htm" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Info about Georgia State Rep. Mickey Stephens:">Mickey Stephens</a></b><b> and <a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/williamsAl.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/williamsAl.htm" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="GA House Bio of Georgia State Rep. Al Williams:">Al Williams</a></b>.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The new Savannah office of the Democratic Party of Georgia is the <b><a href="http://www.georgiademocrat.org/2012/01/25/democratic-party-of-georgia-chairman-mike-berlon-on-the-presidents-state-of-the-union-address/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Democratic Party of Georgia Chairman Mike Berlon on the President’s State of the Union Address By Georgia Democrat on January 25, 2012 in National Democrats:">latest example</a></b> of the <b><a href="http://www.democrats.org/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="The Democratic National Committee:">party's determination</a></b> to <b><a href="https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=1AttGH9tCip4PnMeBDqUyAvLl0l_5InPpVHPeUZlAbW39nDPBB-fLqD-iBk4G&hl=en_US" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="DNC Dec. 2011 info about the accomplishments of and plans on re-electing Pres. Obama:">re-elect Pres. Obama</a></b> and to <b><a href="https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B-khHFHxuQV5NzU1N2FiYjEtN2IyMy00ZWYxLThjZmMtZTJiZmYxMDRmZDBj" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Feb. 2012 DNC Newsletter on re-electing President Obama:">take back the state and national offices</a></b> currently held by Republicans who are sponsoring evil legislation that is harmful to the low income residents of Georgia.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">(Scroll to end of this post to read <b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/fullscreen/80587878?access_key=key-21dt1j30yam8vzy45xwr" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Read the Democratic National Committee Feb. 3, 2012 update on re-electing the President Obama and harmful Republican Legislation:">Feb. 3, 2012 update from Democratic National Committee</a></b> on <b><a href="http://www.barackobama.com/splash/two-term-fund?source=DSH" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Official website for the re-election of Pres. Obama and Vice Pres. Biden:">re-electing President Obama</a></b> and harmful Republican Legislation).</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Augustans in attendance for the Savannah event included <b><a href="http://www.richmondcountydemocrats.com/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Richmond County Democratic Party:">Richmond County Democratic Party</a></b> (RCDP) chair <b><a href="mailto:Lowellg13@comcast.net" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="email Dr. Lowell Greenbaum, chair of the Richmond County Democratic Party:">Dr. Lowell Greenbaum</a></b> and <b><a href="http://claiming-a-street-named-king.blogspot.com/2012/01/please-help-support-travel-fund-for-rev.html" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Please help support a travel fund for Rev. Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, Georgia, the new Southern Regional organizer for the Progressive Democrats of America (PDA) and current PDA Georgia State Coordinator:">Rev. Terence A. Dicks</a></b>, a member of the RCDP who serves on the DPG <b><a href="http://www.georgiademocrat.org/our-party/state-committee" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Democratic Party of Georgia state committee:">state committee</a></b> and is the <b><a href="http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/1987/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1213030" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Meet PDA Southern Coordinator Rev. Terence A. Dicks of Augusta, GA:">Southern Regional Organizer</a></b> for the <b><a href="http://www.pdamerica.org/" style="color: red;" title="Homepage of the the Progressive Democrats of America (PDA):">Progessive Democrats of America</a></b> (<b><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Progressive Activist site of the Progressive Democrats of America (PDA):">PDA</a></b>) and PDA <b><a href="http://salsa3.salsalabs.com/o/1987/p/salsa/web/directory/public/?City=&State=GA&directory_KEY=3&run=true&t=&organization_KEY=1987" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Chapters of PDA Georgia across the state:">State</a></b> of <b><a href="http://www.pdacommunity.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=50&Itemid=85" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="State of Georgia page for Progressive Democrats of America:">Georgia Coordinator</a></b>.<br />
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<a data-mce-href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dpg-chair-mike-berlon-courtesy-chatham-county-democratic-party-website.jpg" href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dpg-chair-mike-berlon-courtesy-chatham-county-democratic-party-website.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-407" data-mce-src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dpg-chair-mike-berlon-courtesy-chatham-county-democratic-party-website.jpg" height="130" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dpg-chair-mike-berlon-courtesy-chatham-county-democratic-party-website.jpg" title="DPG Chair Mike Berlon Courtesy Chatham County Democratic Party website" width="63" /></a>The opening of the Savannah office "is part of our 5% strategy," said Mike Berlon, DPG Chairman.<br />
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"We believe that we can raise Democratic turnout this election cycle and win many of the races in November," Berlon said. "Having a headquarters in this part of the state allows us to strengthen our grassroots network close to home.”<br />
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Savannah residents will staff the office, located at 406 East Bay Street, after undergoing intensive training with the DPG.<br />
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Georgia Democrats’ ultimate goal will be to provide a hub to organize, canvass and register new voters in Chatham County and beyond.<b> </b><br />
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<b>WSAV-TV Coverage of the<b> </b></b><b>Grand Opening of the Democratic Party of Georgia Satellite Office in Savannah on Feb. 4, 2012:</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
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</div><div style="color: blue;">By Meredith Ley, WSAV-TV reporter</div><div style="color: blue;">February 04, 2012</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">(SAVANNAH, GA) - It was a big day for the Blue Party in Savannah.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Democratic leaders from all over the region came into town to celebrate Savannah's first official Democratic Office.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The space will provide a strategic location for Georgia democrats to organize campaign and register new voters.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Before, the party worked from Atlanta - down.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Party leaders, like Representative Mickey Stephens say a Savannah office just makes sense given the amount of support in the south.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">"Savannah has always been a Democratic city and Savannah went for <b><a href="http://www.barackobama.com/splash/two-term-fund?source=DSH" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Official website for the re-election of Pres. Obama and Vice Pres. Biden:">Pres. Obama</a></b> in the last election so we are making strides down here in the south and in the south end of the state and I think that’s why they opened the headquarters here."</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Democratic officials say this space will continue to bring future political success to southern and eastern Georgia along with strengthening grassroots efforts.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>WTOC-TV photo/written story about the the DPG office in Savannah:</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/wtoc-pix-dems-office-opening-2-4-12.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-372" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/wtoc-pix-dems-office-opening-2-4-12.jpg" title="WTOC Pix Dems Office Opening 2-4-12" /></a></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">SAVANNAH, GA (WTOC) - Some more popular politicians were also in the hostess city on Saturday to help open the Democratic party's office in Savannah.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Congressman James Clyburn, plus local leaders, like Mayor Edna Jackson were on hand for the grand opening.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Many believe the new office will have a big impact in this part of the state.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Chairman Mike Berlon of the Democratic party of Georgia says, "the idea is we've got to get back to our roots. We have not really been actively involved in areas outside of Atlanta in a long time, and I think this is the first step to reclaim Georgia for the Democrats."</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Folks will staff the office after undergoing intensive training by the Democratic party of Georgia.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><i>Copyright 2012 WTOC. All rights reserved.</i></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The opening of the Democrats' Savannah office brings back memories of the opening of the party's Augusta Office:</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: red;"><i><b><a href="http://www.richmondcountydemocrats.com/" target="_blank">Link to the Richmond County Democratic Party website</a></b></i></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Below is a video with a serious message delivered with humor from Augusta Democrats that includes the creativity and music by Kevin MacLeod </div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: red;"><b><span style="color: red;"><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2Av8DyxXeE" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2Av8DyxXeE</a></span></b></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/b2Av8DyxXeE" width="420"></iframe></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Below is a video from the March 2011 opening of the Democratic Party of Georgia office in Augusta that is the Augusta-Richmond County Democratic Party Headquarters:</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: red;"><b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1780790572545" target="_blank" title="Video from the March 2011 opening of the Democratic Party of Georgia office in Augusta that is the Augusta-Richmond County Democratic Party Headquarters:">http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1780790572545</a></b></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/jeTTptOywMI" width="420"></iframe></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Democratic Party of Georgia Opened Augusta Office in March 2011</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The first satellite office of the Democratic Party of Georgia opened in Augusta (Garden City) on Saturday, March 26, 201.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The Augusta event was the first state committee meeting under DPG Chairman Mike Berlon.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The Augusta-Richmond County Democratic Party meets on the second Wednesday of every month at its headquarters on 11th and Greene Streets at 7:30PM.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The party sponsors a breakfast the third Saturday of each month at a different site at 9 am.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><address style="color: blue;"><b>The Augusta-</b><b><a href="http://www.richmondcountydemocrats.com/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Richmond County Democratic Party:">Richmond County Democratic Party Headquarters</a><br />
1101 Greene Street<br />
Augusta, GA<br />
30901</b></address><address style="color: blue;"><b> </b></address><address style="color: blue;"><b>Phone: 706-722-8111<br />
Fax: 706-722-8111</b></address><address style="color: blue;"><b>email the </b><b><a href="mailto:Lowellg13@comcast.net" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="email Dr. Lowell Greenbaum, chair of the Richmond County Democratic Party:">RCDC</a></b></address><div style="color: blue;"><br />
<div style="color: red;"><b>**Important reminder for Augusta Democrats:</b></div></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">ADVANCED VOTING FOR MARCH 6 PRIMARY runs from Monday, Feb. 6 to Friday, March 2, 2012 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Municipal Building in Augusta.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The polling place is at the Municipal Building on Greene St.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">You must be a registered voter and have a photo ID</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;"><b>From the Augusta Chronicle – March 26, 2011</b></div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The Democratic Party of Georgia has a plan to take the red out of the state, and they started it in Augusta on Saturday.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">“We stand ready to turn this state back to its true, blue color,” State Rep. Wayne Howard, D-Augusta, said.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Howard introduced the state party’s new chairman, Mike Berlon, who received a standing ovation from the crowd of about 250 Democratic leaders.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">During a three-hour state committee meeting at Augusta’s Marriott Hotel & Suites, party officers gave reports and Berlon described his plan to keep the party active on the local level throughout the year, including opening regional field offices.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">At the end of the meeting, a grand opening reception was held at the state’s first satellite office at 1101 Greene St.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">“The journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step, and that’s what we are starting here today,” Berlon said. “We are starting at the county party level, precinct by precinct, and we are going to build this party up.”</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Treasurer Russell Edwards said Augusta is ideal for a satellite office because it is the second largest city in Georgia and has a large population of “under-served constituents,” including Korean-Americans and Latinos.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">Augusta also has research institutions, which is “a big priority in the Democratic Party.”</div><div style="color: blue;">State party spokesman Eric Gray said that, although the satellite office is in the same location as the county headquarters, it will better serve voters because it will be staffed daily.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">“We are expanding out from central Atlanta to where the voters are,” said L.C. Myles, the first vice chairman of the Richmond County Georgia Democratic Party. “It’s the first part of our new philosophy of being the Democratic Party of Georgia rather than the Democratic Party of Atlanta.”</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><div style="color: blue;">The meeting also focused on legal matters such as redistricting, voter IDs issues, the state party’s by-laws, finances and funding.</div><div style="color: blue;"><br />
</div><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.barackobama.com/" target="_blank" title="Official website for the re-election of Pres. Obama and Vice Pres. Biden:">Official website for the re-election of President Obama and Vice Pres. Biden</a></span></b></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b> </b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Democratic Party of Georgia (Mike Berlon, chair):</b></span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.georgiademocrat.org/" target="_blank" title="Homepage of the Democratic Party of Georgia:">http://www.georgiademocrat.org</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democratic_Party_of_Georgia" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia page for the Democratic Party of Georgia:">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Democratic_Party_of_Georgia</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/company/democratic-party-of-georgia" target="_blank" title="LinkedIn page of the Democratic Party of Georgia:">http://www.linkedin.com/company/democratic-party-of-georgia</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Democratic-Party-of-Georgia/105791402802932" target="_blank" title="Facebook page of the Democratic Party of Georgia:">http://www.facebook.com/pages/Democratic-Party-of-Georgia/105791402802932</a></span></b></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><br />
</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Officers of the Democratic Party of Georgia:</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Chair: Former Gwinnett County Democratic Party chairman Mike Berlon</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">First Vice-Chair: Nikema Williams</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Congressional District/County Liaison Vice Chair: R.J. Hadley</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Constituency Group Vice Chair: State Representative Pedro "Pete" Marin</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Candidate Recruitment Vice Chair: Miguel Camacho</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Secretary: Laverne Gaskins</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Treasurer: Russell Edwards</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>---</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Representing Georgia on the Democratic National Committee:</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Chairman Mike Berlon</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">First Vice Chair Nikema Williams</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Page Gleason</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Dan Halpern</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">State Senator Lester Jackson</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">State AFL-CIO President Richard Ray</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sally Rosser</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Former state Democratic Party Chairman David Worley</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">---</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;">Contact info about GA Dems:</span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Eric Gray</b></span></address><address style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Communications Director</b></span></address><address style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Democratic Party of Georgia</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">office: 678-278-2012 x304</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">cell: 404-992-8699</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="mailto:eric@georgiademocrat.org" target="_blank" title="email Eric Gray, the Communications Director for the Democratic Party of Georgia:">eric@georgiademocrat.org</a></span></b></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">---</span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Organizations affiliated with the Democratic Party of Georgia:</b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b><a href="http://runforoffice.org/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Democratic Youth Strategy Council project:">RunForOffice.org</a></b> (Democratic Youth Strategy Council project)</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.campaignwindow.com/GADCC/" target="_blank" title="Georgia Association of Democratic County Chairs:">Georgia Association of Democratic County Chairs</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://gfdw.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="Blog of the Georgia Federation of Democratic Women:">Georgia Federation of Democratic Women</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://gahousedems.com/" target="_blank" title="Georgia House Democratic Caucus:">Georgia House Democratic Caucus</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.georgiayds.org/" target="_blank" title="Young Democrats of Georgia:">Young Democrats of Georgia</a></span></b></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b> </b></span></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>National:</b></span></address><address style="color: black;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.democrats.org/" target="_blank" title="The Democratic National Committee">The Democratic National Committee</a></span></b></address><address style="color: black;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.dscc.org/" target="_blank" title="The Democratic Senate Campaign Committee (DSCC):">The Democratic Senate Campaign Committee (DSCC)</a></span></b></address><address style="color: black;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.dccc.org/" target="_blank" title="The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC):">The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)</a></span></b></address><address style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address style="color: blue;"><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>International:</b></span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.democratsabroad.org/" href="http://www.democratsabroad.org/" target="_blank" title="Democrats Abroad:">Democrats Abroad</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Chatham County Democratic Party links:</b></span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Chatham County Democratic Party:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc" href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc" target="_blank">http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Facebook group page for the Chatham County Democratic Party:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/chathamdemocrats" href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/chathamdemocrats" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/groups/chathamdemocrats</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">email Chatham County Democratic Party:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="mailto:admin@chathamdems-ga.com" href="mailto:admin@chathamdems-ga.com" target="_blank">admin@chathamdems-ga.com</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Chatham County Democratic Party contact page:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/contact" href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/contact">http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/contact</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Link to info about the Chatham County Democratic Party:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/about/about-us" href="http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/about/about-us">http://chathamdems-ga.com/ccdc/about/about-us</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Georgia elected officials (Democrats) attending the DPG Savannah office opening:</b></span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Georgia State Senator Lester Jackson:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.senate.ga.gov/senators/en-US/member.aspx?Member=134" href="http://www.senate.ga.gov/senators/en-US/member.aspx?Member=134">http://www.senate.ga.gov/senators/en-US/member.aspx?Member=134</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Georgia State Rep. Mickey Stephens:</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/stephensMickey/stephensMickey.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/stephensMickey/stephensMickey.htm">http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/stephensMickey/stephensMickey.htm</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Georgia State Rep. Al Williams</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/williamsAl.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/williamsAl.htm" target="_blank">http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/williamsAl.htm</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/State-Rep-Al-Williams-D-165/91263221674" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/State-Rep-Al-Williams-D-165/91263221674" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/State-Rep-Al-Williams-D-165/91263221674</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Georgia State Rep. Bob Bryant</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/bryantBob.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/bryantBob.htm" target="_blank">http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2009_10/house/bios/bryantBob.htm</a></span></b></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://repbobbryant.com/" href="http://repbobbryant.com/" target="_blank">http://repbobbryant.com</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Georgia State Rep. Craig Gordon</span></address><address style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/gordonCraig.htm" href="http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/gordonCraig.htm" target="_blank">http://www1.legis.ga.gov/legis/2011_12/house/bios/gordonCraig.htm</a></span></b></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></address><address><span style="font-size: x-small;">Savannah City Councilman John Hall</span></address><b><span style="color: red; font-size: x-small;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Hall-3rd-District-Councilman-Elect/107541872658004" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Hall-3rd-District-Councilman-Elect/107541872658004" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Hall-3rd-District-Councilman-Elect/107541872658004</a> </span></b></address><div style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.democratsabroad.org/" target="_blank" title="Democrats Abroad:"></a></div><address style="color: blue;"></address><address style="color: blue;"><b> </b></address><address style="color: blue;"><b>Democratic National Committee Feb. 3, 2012 update on <a href="http://www.barackobama.com/" style="color: red;" target="_blank" title="Official website for the re-election of Pres. 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Biden:">re-electing President Obama</a></b><b> and harmful Republican Legislation:</b></address><b><a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/80587878" style="color: red; display: block; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,Sans-serif; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 12px auto 6px; text-decoration: underline;" title="View Democratic National Committee 2-03-2012 Weekly Update on Scribd">Democratic National Committee 2-03-2012 Weekly Update</a></b><iframe class="scribd_iframe_embed" data-aspect-ratio="" data-auto-height="true" frameborder="0" height="600" id="doc_4762" scrolling="no" src="http://www.scribd.com/embeds/80587878/content?start_page=1&view_mode=list" width="100%"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09434753906621521468noreply@blogger.com0Savannah, GA, USA32.0835407 -81.09983419999997531.932388200000002 -81.269946699999977 32.2346932 -80.929721699999973tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8595777748573655928.post-86055564238396881262012-02-01T01:43:00.000-05:002012-02-01T01:43:38.874-05:00Making it Happen in Wadley, Georgia: A beautiful example of embracing the "Claiming A Street Named King" Project<h1><b><span style="color: blue;">Wadley, Georgia: Residents do a wonderful job enacting the "Claiming A Street Named King" Project</span></b></h1><a href="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/wadley-ga-april-2011-21.jpg"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-357" height="480" src="http://claimingastreetnamedking.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/wadley-ga-april-2011-21.jpg" title="Wadley, GA April 2011 (2)" width="640" /></a><br />
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