A marcher holds a U.S. flag bearing the image of President Barack Obama during the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom at the Lincoln Memorial
YW, mtmarilyn, it IS important to add the Light, each and everyday. We carry it in our Hearts, and when active, it travels to other Hearts, well, at the speed of Light! 🙂 Beautiful day!
Just like we turned Obamacare from the curse-word the RWers wanted to make it, let us change Stand Your Ground to a positive. Stand Your Ground for Freedom and Justice!!! Thank you Ms. Evers-Williams!!
Loved how Ms. Evers-Williams urged not only the inclusion of the names and voices of women civil rights activists in the commemoration of the March and all of the accounts of the efforts last century, but also suggested to the older leaders to move aside a little and help the young people of today to find their voice!
She also quoted Sojourner Truth’s extemporaneous “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech … there are some accounts that those four words were not spoken at the time of its delivery, but added later. In any event, I’m glad whether or not they were original or added … I’m glad those words were again brought up, today, because they are needed as a reminder as the War on Women rears its ugly head again, not that it ever fully left our country and the world.
Here’s a link to a couple of versions of “Ain’t I a Woman?” – and why we all still weep for not only the lack of human kindness and respect toward our brothers but also toward our sisters!
Yardard756, (((((((((((((((((((((((( Thank you for all you did, do, and will always do.))))))))))))))))))))))))) I am crying like a sweet little baby. Knowing that 50 years ago, we saw Rev. Dr. Martin L. King Jr., and now we have in the beautiful Great Photo of our March, President Barack H. Obama. This is such a beautiful tapestry of Great History Through Our Marching Feet all these 50 years. Marching On with President Obama for our future young men and women.HZ
Will have to look at this more closely later, MP. Actually I’m not good at online purchases, so I’m going to keep my eyes open this weekend when I go out. It’d be nice to buy one while I’m here.
Cory Booker magnificant today. Props for naming Chaney, Goodman and Schwerner.
The kerfuffle during 2013 when Cory seemed to stand up for Wall Street, well as far as I’m concerned, that is history.
Senator Booker will seve our country well and I will be cheering him on. TOD, do we agree on this?
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Rep Lewis spoke about himself as well. But I think that their personal experiences as related are important in the context of this event. As you said, these men are not just talking about themselves – they have walked the walk, and are going to continue walking the walk.
I saw Mayor Nutter and Dr. Henry Gates Jr., in the crowd. I can’t wait for Wed. These young and old, from every walk of life and organization are networking there, believe me. I know two beautiful hard working people who are there working with the networking to get involved with the voting registrations all over this nation. HZ
Obama White House.gov
The Obama Diary 
http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=PBO
Thank you Pamela!!
Bienvenue, Dudette, off to ring some bells!!! Bbl..
Thank you MP for always bringing the candles forward. It is important to add the light.
And congratulations on being 1st.
YW, mtmarilyn, it IS important to add the Light, each and everyday. We carry it in our Hearts, and when active, it travels to other Hearts, well, at the speed of Light! 🙂 Beautiful day!
Merlie Evers Williams!!!
Just stopping by quicjly to wish everybody a great day and week. See you in September.
Are you off on your vacation Japa? Have a completely wonderful time, take care.
Bon Voyage, Japa and Mrs. Japa, you are going to see some beautiful sights on your second honeymoon! Relax and love it all up!
See ya Japa!!! Be well!
Brilliant!!
Just like we turned Obamacare from the curse-word the RWers wanted to make it, let us change Stand Your Ground to a positive. Stand Your Ground for Freedom and Justice!!! Thank you Ms. Evers-Williams!!
Loved how Ms. Evers-Williams urged not only the inclusion of the names and voices of women civil rights activists in the commemoration of the March and all of the accounts of the efforts last century, but also suggested to the older leaders to move aside a little and help the young people of today to find their voice!
She also quoted Sojourner Truth’s extemporaneous “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech … there are some accounts that those four words were not spoken at the time of its delivery, but added later. In any event, I’m glad whether or not they were original or added … I’m glad those words were again brought up, today, because they are needed as a reminder as the War on Women rears its ugly head again, not that it ever fully left our country and the world.
Here’s a link to a couple of versions of “Ain’t I a Woman?” – and why we all still weep for not only the lack of human kindness and respect toward our brothers but also toward our sisters!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ain%27t_I_a_Woman%3F
John Lewis.
LOOK A THAT CROWD!—–water works,big time…….(GOD help me.)
((((((((((((((yardarm)))))))))))) handing you a tissue~
Ha! Thank you. I need a whole box.
I have plenty ~ happy to share with you.
Ty…..
Yardard756, (((((((((((((((((((((((( Thank you for all you did, do, and will always do.))))))))))))))))))))))))) I am crying like a sweet little baby. Knowing that 50 years ago, we saw Rev. Dr. Martin L. King Jr., and now we have in the beautiful Great Photo of our March, President Barack H. Obama. This is such a beautiful tapestry of Great History Through Our Marching Feet all these 50 years. Marching On with President Obama for our future young men and women.HZ
Yes it is a beautiful picture but it begs the question:When will we be free?
It’s truly a beautiful sight! {{{{{ yardarm }}}}}
I. LOVE. THIS. FLAG. Oh my goodness gracious me!!
It figures, MP! I see you are also in love with this ‘new’ flag. 😀
Now THAT is an American flag I would love to get a replica of! That wouldn’t be you holding that flag would it , CC?
I can only wish!!
http://www.google.com/search?q=US+flag/BarackObama/image&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari
Will have to look at this more closely later, MP. Actually I’m not good at online purchases, so I’m going to keep my eyes open this weekend when I go out. It’d be nice to buy one while I’m here.
Go Randy and Asean!!
WOW…Rep Lewis…tears…
I loved how he spoke so naturally…and from the heart, Hopef.
🙂 🙂 🙂 Indeed vc!
Rep. John Lewis is a hero. Amazes me every single day. The only living speaker from the 1963 March On Washington and he just laid downt he gauntlet.
Cory Booker magnificant today. Props for naming Chaney, Goodman and Schwerner.
The kerfuffle during 2013 when Cory seemed to stand up for Wall Street, well as far as I’m concerned, that is history.
Senator Booker will seve our country well and I will be cheering him on. TOD, do we agree on this?
2012, election I meant
Personally for me–YES!
Forgiven, but not forgotten. He’s on my “watch” list…
I agree with you there Alycee
I agree, Cory likes to walk sideways sometimes.
My sentiments exactly, Alycee. We-ell, I’m still working on the first word.
yep, I support him.
Look at this mofo
Good speech by MLKIII !
I think MLK III really rose to the occasion – best speech I’ve personally ever heard him give. His parents were and still would be proud of him.
exactly what I thought, excellent heartfelt speech by him… and by so many others.
Totally agree! Now, I can’t wait until the Wednesday commemoration!
oh me too Jacqueline, I had forgotten POTUS will speak, cannot miss that- it / he will be unsurpassable methinks.
Methinks so, too.
🙂
Swooning……
Donnaaaaaaaaaa!!!!! 😀 😀 😀 😀 😀 😀
WooHoot! Just look at YOU!!! 😆
Aweeeeeeeessssssoooooooommmmmmmmmmmme!! That is blissful, Donna!!!!
wow!
Oh My, Donna. What a beautiful privilege to be there. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful, Donna!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TOD made proud right there in her space. Love Gov. O’Malley.HZ
Now, now Donna….Way To Go……Congrats!
Be still my heart, Donna!!!! No one deserves it more than you. Swoon……..
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
That’s our girl!! Nice job, Donna:) Thinking of you and all the TODer’s there on this historic day! What a great Gov. he is!
😀 😀 😀
A-MEN! and A-men!
😀
:coo: Aaaaaamen ❗
🙂
Tell it RevAl!!!
GM Chips, TOD…… hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful weekend!
Rev Al. is speaking truth to power.
go rev al
Boy is the Rev Al bringing it home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well!!
They can continue to ignore the will of the people at their own peril. Wonderful speeches today! Rev. Al is dynamic!
Rev Al hitting on every.single.thing. ooooohRah!
YES INDEED!!!
Tears & chills.
This speech by Rev Al is bringing tears to my eyes.
Amen! Amen! Amen! PREACH Rev. Al Sharpton!!!!!
Oh I am enjoying the hell outta this, thank you Rev. Al.
Let’s do some flipping in 2014! Yessss, Rev Al.
Woo Hoo!
wow! Rev Al was amazing! The old america and the new america quote was really profound!
My high school classmate.
Please tweet that!!
Be my guest. I haven’t mastered that yet.
Here’s how you do it:
1. View the video from YouTube (e.g., click on the YouTube logo below the video above and it’ll open the video on YouTube)
2. Below the video in YouTube, look for the words “About” and “Share”
3. Click on “Share” and it will display a list of incons with the logos different social media sites for sharing.
4. The first logo is the Facebook “f’, second is the Twttier logo (white bird inside blue box) – iIt’ll say “Share on Twitter” when you roll your mouse across it.
5. To tweet the video, you just click on the Twitter icon.
6. Clicking on the Twitter icon will open up a little pop-up window with the tweet box.
7. You can edit the tweet, if you want to change any of the text. Then just hit the Tweet button to submit it.
That’s it!
Okay……Thanks. I’ll try that next time. You go ahead and do this one. Okay?
Love me some Mavis!
Love her!
Oh my that was quite the speech. Now we all need to bring it home. It is up to all of us to do this.
Love that Rev Al just gave Rev Jackson some props!
Rev Al you are talking too much about yourself! 😦
I disagree. I thought his speech was the opposite actually – expansive, phenomenal and inspiring.
So be it. I view things from a different point of view. Peace!
His self-promotion is kinda transparent, eh? At least everybody expects it, and he walks the walk so ya gotta love him.
Rep Lewis spoke about himself as well. But I think that their personal experiences as related are important in the context of this event. As you said, these men are not just talking about themselves – they have walked the walk, and are going to continue walking the walk.
I was hoping to see Colin Powell … Maybe Wednesday ?
Rev. Al Sharpton had the choir standing today. (((((((((((((((( We Love You, Rev. Al))))))))))))))))HZ
A New America!
I saw Mayor Nutter and Dr. Henry Gates Jr., in the crowd. I can’t wait for Wed. These young and old, from every walk of life and organization are networking there, believe me. I know two beautiful hard working people who are there working with the networking to get involved with the voting registrations all over this nation. HZ
Dr. Lowery!
Atlanta’s own!!! 😀
Forget his genius for a minute, he’s so adorable!
He’s such a cutie!!
He is! So glad to hear him speak, today.
Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery: We come to Washington to commemorate. We’re going back home to AGITATE!
Rev Joseph Lowery is speaking and he’s doing a great job.
We come to Washington to March, we go home at agitate!
New post:
http://theobamadiary.com/2013/08/24/the-march-on-washington-iv/