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Monday, May 3rd

6:30 — 8:30 p.m.

Our Vulnerable Democracy: Past, Present, and Future – Session Two

Free Registration

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Virtual Attendance via Zoom

Session Two: Race and Democracy Today – Roundtable Discussion

Dr. Bobby Donaldson, Director of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina moderates a lively discussion about race and democracy today. From the anti-racist demonstrations of last summer to the events of January 6th, a roundtable of academics, activists and organizers will discuss white supremacy, voting rights, and the ongoing work to ensure the right of all people to participate in our democracy.

Panelists:
Dr. Adolphus Belk, Professor of Political Science and African American Studies at Winthrop
Marcurius Byrd, Organizing Director of the South Carolina Democratic Party
Jazmyne McCrae, Vice President of Repeal the Heritage Act and Co-Founder of Empower SC

  • Questions?

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    James Quint  Director of Education
    803.252.1770 ext. 36

  • More Sessions

    Collaboration on Race has opened registration for the third installment of this virtual series.

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