We found 3 episodes of Registered with the tag “voices”.
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"We felt the knee on our neck."
June 24th, 2020 | 32 mins 16 secs
activism, african american, iola, kansas, race, racism, rally, voices
Ana Davis took the stage at Iola’s June 7th rally for Black Lives. Although seemingly a shy soul, Ana delivered a powerful and impassioned speech, insisting we have no time to waste creating a better world for our children. Her youngest son Mack, age 12, stood by her side.
Almost two weeks later, on Juneteenth, Tim Stauffer spoke with her about her experiences growing up as a Black American and living in Iola, her thoughts about what needs to change, and how, amidst the tireless struggle for justice, she finds joy.
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If not me, then who?
June 21st, 2020 | 41 mins 15 secs
activism, iola, kansas, race, racism, rally, solidarity, voices
In recent weeks, Daniel and Nicole Schowengerdt of Iola have taken an increasingly active role in fighting for racial justice by attending marches, creating petitions and having tough--but necessary--conversations with friends and family.
Tim Stauffer sits down to talk with the couple about motivates them, how they discuss racism with their children and the road our country has left to travel.
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Voices from the Black Lives Matter rally in Iola
June 8th, 2020 | 36 mins 45 secs
black lives matter, george floyd, iola, kansas, rally, solidarity, voices
Yesterday, on June 7th, over 250 people attended a rally on Iola's square in support of Black Lives Matter, using the event to stand against racism, express solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement, and to commemorate the death of George Floyd.
Register staff were in attendance speaking with demonstrators about why they were there and what needs to change. Here are their voices.