Deadly protests this weekend by torch-carrying White nationalists at the University of Virginia and in the city of Charlottesville, Va., serve as a terrible reminder to us all just how much race matters in the United States. When angry crowds of White Americans shout, “You will not replace us…
We are thrilled to announce a number of new additions to our team, as we work toward growing our advocacy efforts across the country. They are: Tia Borders Tia will serve as executive assistant to the president and CEO. She has eight years of experience at the U.S. Department…
WASHINGTON (08/02/17) – Statement from John B. King Jr., Ed Trust’s President and CEO and Former U.S. Secretary of Education, on affirmative action: “Diversity benefits communities, schools, and students from all backgrounds, especially those historically underserved. This is a principle affirmed by the Supreme Court and…
“This is the story of a people, of hopes and dreams, of challenge and change. It is an American story. This story and struggle that started many centuries ago, continues today – with you.” — A Culture of Resistance exhibit, National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis, TN In today’s political climate…
I have spent a good portion of my personal life and career developing relationships. If you have ever read Malcom Gladwell’s book, The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference, any of my friends or colleagues would likely define me as what Gladwell refers to as…
WASHINGTON (05/23/17) – “The Trump administration’s budget request is an assault on the American Dream. This shortsighted and cruel proposal would make the climb to success much steeper for all our young people, especially students of color and students from low-income families. Instead of investing in…
This is the prepared text of the commencement address given at Howard University on May 11, 2017. To the graduates, congratulations on earning your degrees! You set your sights on a mighty goal and you achieved it. But, you did not do it alone. Family members, spouses, mentors, and friends…
This is the prepared text of the commencement address given at the University of Memphis, a member of our OASIS Network, on May 6, 2017. Each of you has worked hard to earn the distinction of graduate from The University of Memphis. You balanced challenging classes with clubs, sports…
