Lee Statement on Capitol Slave Labor

Washington D.C. – Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA), Chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus said “The Capitol is the embodiment of our democracy, from which the ideals of freedom and liberty are projected. But the history of the magnificent building is largely unknown to those who work and visit here everyday.
“It is fitting that the history [...]

From slavery to freedom to empowerment

The National Urban League will host its 2009 annual conference in Chicago at the McCormick Place Convention Center July 29 – Aug. 1. With the theme of “The Path to Power” and busines, political and community leaders from around the country taking part in power-packed workshops and plenary sessions to provide participants with tools and [...]