civil rights

Jeanne Theoharis on the Campbell Conversations

Grant Reeher — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:04:36 +0000

Jeanne Theoharis has recently published the definitive biography of Rosa Parks. In this edition of the Campbell Conversations, the Brooklyn College Professor counters the many myths held by the public about Parks's life--describing for example the long history of activism and organizing prior to her famous act of civil disobedience, and her affinity for the black power movement and Malcolm X.

Gina Belafonte on the Campbell Conversations

Grant Reeher — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:45:28 +0000

The daughter of Harry Belafonte and Julie Robinson, Gina Belafonte grew up in a household filled with the leading civil rights activists and entertainers of the day, and she went on to become an actor, producer, and civil rights activist in her own right.

Cuomo announces reform package to protect those with special needs

Marie Cusick — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:12:01 +0000

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a major reform package aimed at ending the abuse and neglect of people with disabilities in state care.

The governor was joined by legislative leaders, district attorneys, and people with disabilities at the state Capitol on Monday.