Ashanti Alston, a Black Liberation Army (BLA) member who was imprisoned for 11 years for a robbery to raise money for the BLA, writes that he would like to set up love workshops for revolutionaries to make them better leaders after seeing the positive impact that being open and loved has had in his life. The letter is dated “sometime in August.”
Chairman of the United States Commission on Civil Rights Arthur S. Flemming writes to Attorney General of the United States Department of Justice Griffin Bell to provide him with a statement and summary of facts to the enclosed Kansas Advisory Committee report.
Chairman of the United States Commission on Civil Rights Arthur S. Flemming writes to Secretary of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Joseph A. Califano Jr. to provide him with a statement and summary of facts to the enclosed Kansas Advisory Committee report.
Cynthia G. Brown, Principal Deputy of the Office of Civil Rights in the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, writes to Chairman of the United States Commission on Civil Rights Arthur S. Flemming to alert him that the office is still reviewing his report and hopes to get back to him by the end of the month.
Director of the Office of Civil Rights of the Region VII Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Jesse L. High writes to Assistant Professor of Law at Washburn University of Topeka William Rich to inform him that records pertaining to past and present investigations of Topeka schools will be available for inspection next week.
A letter from James Eaton to President George W. Gore discusses plans for conducting a schoolwide student survey, with input from the Student Government Association (SGA) during their monthly meeting. The survey aims to gather student feedback on campus life and emphasizes the importance of student involvement in shaping the school's future.
Drew S. Days III, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice, writes to Chairman of the United States Commission on Civil Rights Arthur S. Flemming to let him know that the Department of Justice is considering his report and any pursuant action it might cause.
A letter dated March 9, 1967, from Director Frederick R. Mangrum introducing Friends of Children of Mississippi, Inc., and seeking volunteers and financial assistance. Mr. Mangrum outlines the history of the organization and gives details about the issues caused by poverty for so many people in the state.
Hodding Carter III, Editor of the Greenville Delta Democrat-Times and board member of Mississippi Action for Progress (MAP), writes to the editors of the New York Times, the Washington Evening Star, and the Washington Post to clear up what he sees as inconsistencies and untruths in reporting about the formation of MAP and its role with Head Start.
In this letter, Jo, Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika)'s sister, is writing to update her with the extensive traveling she's been doing in her search for different employment opportunities. She also addresses her communication limitations.
Director of Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) John Mudd writes this letter to supporters of CDGM requesting continued support in the face of accusations of wrongdoing by the organization. Mr. Mudd lists some of the contributions CDGM and Head Start have made to communities in Mississippi.
A letter from John Mudd, director of Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) to supporters seeking input on a new funding proposal. The current funding was to expire on September 30, 1966, and CDGM is working to determine how to proceed with acquiring a new round of funding to keep Head Start in Mississippi operating.
Joseph A. Califano Jr. of the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare writes to Chairman of the United States Commission on Civil Rights Arthur S. Flemming to alert him that his office has received his letter and report of the Kansas Advisory Committee and should hear a response within the next two weeks.
Mike Manatos, Administrative Assistant to President Lyndon Baines Johnson, writes to Senator John Stennis about Head Start in Kemper County, Mississippi. Mr. Manatos writes to acknowledge an April 5th letter from Senator Stennis and assures him the letter is receiving careful attention from the president's office.
A letter from President George W. Gore to Mr. Vernon E. Jordan extending congratulations on his recent achievements and acknowledging Jordan's dedication and leadership. Gore expresses pride in Jordan’s success and commends his contributions to his field, reinforcing their mutual respect and shared commitment to progress.
In this letter, President Gore of Florida A&M College wrote a meeting invitation to President Doak Campbell of Florida State University to discuss initiatives that would benefit both institutions and strengthen desegregation efforts. Gore emphasized a need for educational resources and support for diverse student bodies.
Case Data and Exhibits for Brown III, a relitigation of Brown v. Topeka Board of Education (1954) that corrected resegregation issues caused by open enrollment school choice in 1992. A letter from Richard Larson of the ACLU to Dr. Gordon Foster to inquire about his role as an expert witness in the Brown III case.
Case Data and Exhibits for Brown III, a relitigation of Brown v. Topeka Board of Education (1954) that corrected resegregation issues caused by open enrollment school choice in 1992. A letter from Richard Larson of the ACLU to William Lamson alerting him that the court has given them an extension to April 15, 1984, to respond to interrogatories.
Senator John Stennis writes to President Lyndon Baines Johnson about Head Start in Kemper County, Mississippi. Senator Stennis is requesting that President Johnson forbid the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) to operate Head Start units through Child Development Group of Mississippi (CDGM) in his home county.
A letter from Sergeant Kaplon of the City of New York Police Department to Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) informing her that he will be handling her allegation of misconduct by the police. There is also a copy of the complaint where Frankye Adams-Johnson (Malika) witnessed seeing a police officer assaulting an unknown Black male.
A letter from the Department of Health Education and Welfare (name redacted) to Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice (name redacted) about details involved in the Topeka desegregation case.
The Director of the Office for Civil Rights in the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (name redacted) writes to U.S. District Court Judge (name redacted) about their concern that the desegregation efforts made by the Topeka School System are not acceptable under the requirements of Title VI in the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The Office of Civil Rights of the Region VII Department of Health, Education, and Welfare alerts the Topeka Public Schools Superintendent that their analysis shows that the KAW Area Vocational School did not violate the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Names have been redacted.
A letter from the Staff Director of the United States Commission on Civil Rights (name redacted) to Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice (name redacted) requesting correspondence on the Topeka desegregation case.
A letter sent on September 16, 1963, from the Dean of Students emphasized the university's responsibility to uphold law and order, as well as its duty to ensure student safety. It warned students to avoid unnecessary actions that could lead to injunctions, reminding them that such behavior would result in disciplinary measures.
The letter includes a memo with Bob Longman of Central Surveys Inc.'s observations regarding R. Harrison Hickman’s critiques of the Topeka Survey about public schools. Hickman criticized the sampling method, the use of screening questions, and more. Longman calls his critiques “trivial and intended to attract attention away from the findings.”
A letter to New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller on behalf of Cornelius Butler and Lawrence Hayes, who were being tried for murder. The men were convicted to the death penalty on April 11, 1972, for their role in the hold-up of a convenience store and the murder of a police officer. Supporters contend that neither of the men fired the shots.
A heartfelt letter to President Gore from his father, written after the holidays, reflects on personal experiences and expresses gratitude. He highlighted the influence of his son’s guidance on his ongoing leadership and dedication to FAMC.
A letter to the New Afrikan Women's Organization (NAWO) of New York from the women in the organization representing New Orleans, Louisiana, and Hazlehurst and Jackson in Mississippi. The letter is dated “May 28, 15 ADM” and signed by NAWO member Fulani Sunni-Ali. She calls for a three day retreat for organizational meetings.
A letter to the participants of the New Afrikan Women's Organization (NAWO) conference on August 1-3 from the NAWO. The letter critiques the final paper that was produced by the conference as well as the conference as a whole, saying NAWO’s national posture was incomplete because of the limited number of women who participated in the conference.
