Celebrating Black History

A spirited gathering celebrated Black History Month on February 23. Newly-sworn in Secretary-Treasurer Earl Phillips greeted the assemblage. Among the speakers heard from were City Council Member Letitia James, Ilyasah Shabazz , daughter of Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz, and Bill Fletcher, Field Services & Education Department Director for the American Federation of Government Employees. A performance by the Uptown Dance Company was enjoyed by all.

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