by David Hudson | Jun 26, 2015 | Monitor
Watch on YouTube "We are here today to remember a man of God who lived by faith. A man who believed in things not seen. A man who believed there were better days ahead, off in the distance. A man of service who persevered, knowing full well he would not receive...
by Eric Holder | Aug 24, 2013 | Monitor
It was an honor to speak at the National Action to Realize the Dream March this morning to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington. Fifty years ago, Dr. King shared his dream with the world and described his vision for a society that offered, and...
by Heather Foster | Aug 23, 2013 | Monitor
Today, the White House is meeting with a group of African leaders to discuss the benefits of commonsense immigration reform for African immigrant communities. The meeting coincides with this weekend’s festivities marking the anniversary of Dr. King’s...
by Valerie Jarrett | Mar 22, 2013 | Monitor
Ed. note: The full text of the op-ed by Senior Advisor to the President Valerie Jarrett is printed below. The piece is published today on BET.com and can be found HERE. Today, General Lloyd Austin became the first African-American to lead the U.S. Central...
by Jocelyn Frye | Jun 30, 2012 | Monitor
First Lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks at the African Methodist Episcopal Church’s General Conference June 28, 2012. (Official White House Photo) What a pleasure it was to travel to Nashville, Tennessee with the First Lady as she addressed the 49th...
