LezGetReal.com July 28, 2010 - Over a dozen Louisville social justice organizations will join cities across the nation to protest the unjust Arizona immigration law, SB1070, set to go into effect on Thursday, July 29, 2010. This event is in solidarity with people facing anti-immigrant attacks in Arizona, and is intended to continue building a community here in Kentucky to say “No to Hate” directed at anyone.
Courier-JournalJuly 12, 2010 - MSNBC political news anchor Contessa Brewer will speak at the second annual "Fairness Over Louisville" fundraiser on the roof of the Frazier International History Museum on July 24. Brewer, host of the program "Caught on Camera," is scheduled to speak on the need for a statewide anti-discrimination law. The event to benefit the Fairness Campaign will be held from 8 p.m. to midnight at the museum, 829 W. Main St.
LEO WeeklyJune 22, 2010 - The political action committee of the Fairness Campaign, C-FAIR, has endorsed former Metro Council candidate Ken Herndon for the appointment to fill the 6th District seat left vacant by the sudden death of George Unseld. “Given Councilman Unseld’s legacy of service to his district and commitment to civil rights, C-FAIR urges the Metro Council to appoint the candidate who best reflects George’s passionate devotion to his constituency and to social justice,” says Nick Wilkerson, the committee’s co-chair. “We believe that person is undeniably Ken Herndon.”
1st Wed. of Every Month; Aug. 4, 6:30PM UofL Intersection in the Red Barn, Center of CampusJoin the ongoing dialogue on the intersections of oppression and how we may seek to dismantle systemic racism.
Student Summit 2010 Sat., Sept. 25 University of Louisville
Supporters from across the state are invited to strategize for Statewide Fairness with Coalition staff and leaders. Register today by e-mailing Laura@Fairness.org. STUDENTS--ask for details about Friday night's special student event as part of UofL's Pride Week!!! (Travel and lodging assistance available for many students!)
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