Liberating Futures: Black Progressive Thought

The discussion focuses on uncovering the longstanding legacies of progressive anti-racist action in Warren County, from early educational reform initiatives to Civil Rights struggles and environmental justice.

Panel Moderator:
· Crystal Myrick – Founder, publisher, and editor of The Warrenist

Panelists:
· Eva Clayton – 5-term Congresswoman representing N.C.’s 1st District in the U.S. House of Representatives, and head of the consulting firm, Eva Clayton Associates International
· Jennie Ann Johnson Franklin – Community historian, and longtime public school educator
· Valeria Lee – Former president of the Golden Leaf Foundation, former Program Officer of the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, and General Manager and Co-founder of the public radio station WVSP
· Lew Myers – Former Senior Executive of the Soul City Company, and Former Partner and Director of Business Development for the Freelon Group