Shadow Politics, October 17, 2021
Shadow Politics with Senator Michael Brown and Maria Sanchez and guest Dr. E. Faye Williams
Changing the Narrative with guest DR. E. FAYE WILLIAMS - The book 'DICK GREGORY: Wake Up and Stay Woke - Running for Life' is Dr. E. Faye Williams’ written portrait and tells many interesting stories of his life as an unwavering activist, comedian, health enthusiast and purveyor of good music. His life experiences spanning over eight decades remain relevant to today's events and political opposition. His fiery speeches continue to influence and ignite leaders young and old. October 12th marks the late Dick Gregory's 89th birthday. Maria and I will speak with Dr. Williams about her new book and her efforts advocating for women, children and civil rights.What can we learn from her experience as we continue to live through such a divisive and tumultuous time? How can these lessons inform our work for civil rights going forward?
Headlined Show, Shadow Politics October 17, 2021
Changing the Narrative with guest DR. E. FAYE WILLIAMS - The book 'DICK GREGORY: Wake Up and Stay Woke - Running for Life' is Dr. E. Faye Williams’ written portrait and tells many interesting stories of his life as an unwavering activist, comedian, health enthusiast and purveyor of good music. His life experiences spanning over eight decades remain relevant to today's events and political opposition. His fiery speeches continue to influence and ignite leaders young and old. October 12th marks the late Dick Gregory's 89th birthday. Maria and I will speak with Dr. Williams about her new book and her efforts advocating for women, children and civil rights.What can we learn from her experience as we continue to live through such a divisive and tumultuous time? How can these lessons inform our work for civil rights going forward?
Guest, Dr E Faye Williams
Here’s the most important thing you need to know: Williams has worked tirelessly working to make history. She is a change maker, advocating for women, children, civil rights, human rights. Helping to change the narratives on education, diversity, empowerment; helping many to realize their full growth potential. She is a three-time author, a weekly contributing writer to Trice-Edney Wire Service and host of a weekly radio show, “WakeUp, Stay Woke” on WPFW FM, Washington, DC.
Williams is the President of the Dick Gregory Society and National President and CEO of the National Congress of Black Women (NCBW) and former Counsel to the U.S. Congress’ District of Columbia Sub-Committee on the Judiciary and Education. She was appointed to the Presidential Scholars Commission by President Barack Obama and served as White House Liaison to the U.S. Department of Energy during the Clinton Administration.
Shadow Politics
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