Abortion opponents to march in Washington

Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) - Abortion opponents plan to march in Washington in a demonstration that coincides with the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that created a constitutional, nationwide right to abortion...

How an openly gay man helped shape MLK's vision

Ronda Racha Penrice

OPINION - Bayard Rustin, who had worked with the original March in 1941, was a constant and steady force during the influential civil rights activities of the early 20th century. He was also openly gay...

WATCH: 1963 March on Washington

Kyle Harvey

VIDEO - In this archival footage you'll get to see Martin Luther King Jr. and civil rights activist Roy Wilkins on NBC's 'Meet The Press' discussing the historic 1963 March on Washington...

'One Nation' to hold march for hope, jobs and unity

Eilyn Segura

VIDEO- The NAACP's Benjamin Jealous defends the president's policies and unveils plans for the 'One Nation' coalition...

'63 March on Washington couple returns to 'reclaim the dream'

Jennifer H. Cunningham

theGRIO REPORT - They said they're often asked about that day in 1963, what it was like, how they felt and what it meant...

Civil rights groups set for showdown with Tea Party on MLK march anniversary

Jennifer H. Cunningham

theGRIO REPORT - As Glenn Beck hosts his 'Restoring Honor' event Aug. 28th at the Lincoln Memorial, civil rights organizations will hold events to commemorate King...

Height will forever be a towering figure

Dr. Boyce Watkins

OPINION - Dorothy Height reminds us that even long lives are far too short, and that the time for action is now...

theGrio

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