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Around the Nation: March 31, 2008

  1. 'Malcolm X Speaks': Discussion Group
    • New York, NY.
    • 7:00pm

    The fiery speeches of Malcolm X, 1960s militant agitator for black liberation, are the focus of a five-week roundtable study. Selections will be made from a collection of oratory from the last eight months of his life including discussions on voting, elections and the betrayal of the Democratic Party; racism and the relationship of blacks and whites; the right to self-defense vs. non-violence; capitalism and "dollarism"; and many other issues of relevance to today. The public is invited to attend any one session or all five. Free. Snacks are served at 7pm for a $5 donation. Sponsored by Radical Women and the Freedom Socialist Party. Every Monday in March, at Freedom Hall, 113 W. 128th Street (between Malcolm X Blvd/Lenox and Seventh Ave. Subways 2 or 3; 4, 5, or 6; A, B, C, or D to 125th). For info or to obtain readings, call 212-222-0633 or e-mail nycradicalwomen at nyct.net or fsp at nyct.net.

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