Anti-racism Update 3.5.25

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AR QUIZ

  • What former President, known as a leader of the Progressive Movement, helped establish segregation in Federal employment?

EDUCATION

  • REMINDER: At the Gathering Forum on Sunday, March 9th at 9:45am we will be welcoming Prof. Steven Kantrowitz from UW-Madison, who will be presenting his book Citizens of a Stolen Land. This is the fascinating story of how the Ho-Chunk people were forcibly removed from their homelands in Wisconsin, and how their non-violent resistance and the political events of the Reconstruction Era gained them the legal right to return as property-owning members of the community. This book was reviewed recently by Scott Fulton (https://madisonfriends.org/books-by-and-about-native-americans/).
  • Read Alder Sabrina Madison’s recent piece about politics in Madison, including 10 actions you can take such as volunteering at the Beacon, reading The Race to Equity, and more. 
  • “Unjust Deeds,” is a traveling exhibit developed by the Dane County Historical Society that chronicles the use of restrictive covenants in the housing market in Madison.  This traveling exhibit will be on display at the Belleville Public Library in March, Waunakee in April, and a dozen other Dane County locations throughout the year.  A lecture will be presented at each location. The lecture at Belleville is on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6pm. Those interested in carpooling to that event should contact Bob Newbery.

ACTION 

  • Join WISDOM and MOSES on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. for a State Budget Training session.This event aims to educate participants on the intricacies of the state budget, including its development process, key components, and implications for local communities. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how the budget affects various sectors and learn strategies to effectively advocate for community needs. This training also prepares participants to meet with Wisconsin legislators at the state capitol, but anyone interested in understanding the budget is welcome. Free registration is at: https://secure.everyaction.com/ajZQnkXsGE6XNkNrNEKBPQ2 
  • FFJ Community Gathering: Connecting and Taking Action. Saturday, March 15, 10:30-Noon Linden Co-Housing 107 Sutherland Ct.  Join Families for Justice for an informal gathering as we build community, talk about the challenges of this moment, and take action together on local and state-wide issues. We will provide a playroom space, coffee, baked goods, and masks (masks optional). We define “family” broadly. Our community is open to everyone. Registration is not required but appreciated: https://bit.ly/FFJMarch15Gathering

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