NATION: This week, as the campaign for US President continues to consume much of the time and energy that must be given undivided and attention and the enormous exertion of energy, US Candidate for President Vice President Kamala Harris took this time to meet with women for the Trust Women for economic opportunity convention and, also, make a stop in with members ofthe media to comment on the day of commemoration of the 61st anniversary ofthe March on Washington.
By Michelle Crawford-Sapenter
“As we mark the 61st Anniversary of the March on Washington, I am thinking of the heroes ofthe moment upon whose broad shoulders we stand.” —Democratic Candidate for US President, Vice President Kamaa Harris
One of the greatest events that transpired in the United States to bring about recognition and hope for a fair and equal American society, tge March on Washington, August 30, 1963, was a day that more than set the stage for equity among people of color, but also, brought forth the recognition of women and the greater opportunities that now exists for both people of color and women as a result.
The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom took place on August 28, 1963, in Washington, D.C.
Arriving in Washington DC from places across the nation and around the world, approximately 250,000 people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial. The march aimed to protest racial discrimination and advocate for civil rights legislation.
The event was organized by civil rights leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr., A. Philip Randolph, and Bayard Rustin.
Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, which became a defining moment in the civil rights movement.
The event featured musical performances by artists like Marian Anderson, Mahalia Jackson, Joan Baez, and Bob Dylan. Over 3,000 members of the press covered the march, highlighting its significance.
The march was a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights and helped to galvanize support for the Civil Rights Act, which was passed the following year.
During her recent interview, Harris stated how she feels a great sense of gratitude for the people who , today, are known as freedom fighter for equality. Harris commented that it was people like Dr Martin Luther King, the late Congressman, John Lewis, Dorothy Height, Bayard Rustin, A Philip Randolph.
Vice President Harris stated that she, also, feels a great sense of “ duty and responsibility…” to those people who paved the way during the movement that stirred the US recognition of an increased level of equality, regard for the rights and freedoms of others.
Harris stated that itbis those people whose work; their passion and commitment that guides her because the efforts made by them to change American society was about making our nation better.
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