Hope Requires Work
Leslie McGraw joins Turning A Moment Into A Movement to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson’s legacy and explore what accountability looks like today. This conversation connects past and present, calling us to move from awareness into action.
Faith, With Works, Is Alive
By Leslie McGraw I carry Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with me not as a symbol, but as a witness. The version of King that shaped my work wasn’t protected by applause or memorials. He was jailed—again and again. He was threatened, surveilled, beaten, and targeted by the state because he organized people to challenge […]
Honoring 60 Years of Peace, Justice, and Community: ICPJ Celebrates a Milestone
“We are each other’s harvest; we are each other’s business.” – Gwendolyn Brooks This year marks a powerful milestone: 60 years of community-rooted activism, education, and solidarity from the Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice (ICPJ). Since 1965, ICPJ has been a hub for people across Washtenaw County and beyond who believe in building a […]
5th Annual Ypsilanti Area Juneteenth Celebration
The Elbert Williams Voting Corner is excited to be part of the Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 21—a day that honors Black freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for justice. As we gather to celebrate emancipation and community, we also uplift the legacy of Elbert Williams, one of the first known martyrs of the […]
Poll Observer vs Poll Watcher
Who is less obtrusive? According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, the answer is “It depends on the state”. I know. That wasn’t the answer any of us wanted. Here’s a mini explanation: A partisan committee, political party, candidate, or organization can appoint a poll watcher. Their job is to track voter turnout and […]
Civic Education Night on February 20
Survivor Speaks is back with another Civic Duty Education Night in efforts to cater to community mobilizing, bringing information to the communities that have been left out of the equation of decision making. But also to help awaken the community around the power of our collective voice, voting and our civic responsibilities, and unified efforts to bring about change. The Elbert Williams Voting Corner is a proud participant and will have a booth at the event on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 4
Leslie’s Year in Review
February 5 is my personal new year each year. This past year had a lot of things to carry, but I am excited that my life and mission are converging in a way that I can more fully serve my family and community.
Top 10 Ways to Vet a Candidate
Not every election has candidates who are well known or you are excited about. But, all elections are important! Check out these 10 ways to vet a candidate.