November 11, 2007
Social issues focus of Black Caucus rally - The Daily Collegian Online(public speaker)
Kevin Powell speaks at the event. The song ended with the challenge to "Let us march on till victory is won," which speaker Kevin Powell emphasized during his speech before about 50 students and faculty. Powell, a political activist, poet, journalist and public speaker, touched on many recent social problems in America as the guest speaker at the Black Caucus' "Now More Than Ever! Political issues such as the public school system in America, global warming, the war in Iraq and the United States voting system were also addressed. Powell, who has written for publications such as Newsweek, The Washington Post, and Vibe Magazine, reinforced the purpose of the rally, which Caucus President Anthony Washington said was to make minorities aware of current social issues. The event took place in room 100 of the Life Sciences building, with the United Soul Ensemble opening with a performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," which is also known as the black national anthem. read more
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