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Wellstone Action is serious about moving the progressive movement forward, and making training available and accessible to all. Building partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) is a key part of this work. Often HBCUs are located in smaller cities and towns where the schools are cornerstones of the community. Having skilled, effective organizers in these places could progressively change the political landscapes in those areas in as few as one election or legislative cycle. Because of this, students at many HBCUs have incredible potential to take the training/skills far and produce drastic change.
Siobhan Brewer and I hit the road this week to meet with students at schools across the state. Yesterday was our first night in Mississippi for our inaugural HBCU (Historically Black College/University) initiative trip. Its hot and muggy as many of you may have guessed. We had a great first meeting with a professor of political science at Jackson State. The professor thought the connection a Campus Camp Wellstone would make between the classroom curriculum and the community would be really valuable. We've got a meeting with two colleagues of his tomorrow. We should have a better sense of whether a Campus Camp Wellstone would be something we can make successful tomorrow afternoon.
Keep you all updated!
Camille & Siobhan.
Thank you for doing this. I
Thank you for doing this. I used to live down there in the Delta area. I know this message is needed down there. I wish you much luck and success in your initiative.
Peace
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