“All
that Paul Robeson stood for had enormous impact on American and global
history. The combination of his art, intellect and humanity was rarely
paralleled. The cruelties visited upon him by the power of the State
stands as a great blemish on the pages of American history. But despite
the attempt to wipe him from memory, he has endured and continues to
influence. It speaks to our most strategic interests that African
American children be instructed about the truth of his existence.
Indeed it would be in the best interest of all Americans to know what
this great patriot offered this nation.” --Harry
Belafonte, April 9, 2008, on the occasion of Paul Robeson’s 110th
Birthday
If
you believe it is vital for Americans to know about Paul Robeson, one
of our greatest citizens, and to put him back into American’s history
books so our young people learn about him in school, please consider
making a tax-deductible contribution to our Committee. Your
contribution will also assist in making possible additional Robeson
exhibits and events.
You can mail a check to:
The Bay Area Paul Robeson Centennial Committee, PO Box 3628, Oakland CA
94609-0628
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"As
a direct result of his many-splendored efforts, all people
today are enriched and enlightened. And that is why
his
memory must be kept alive. His songs remembered. His deeds
recounted. In measure that this is done, we more
quickly learn to respect the selfless contributions
of great
people of all races and hasten that world of peace,
brotherhood
and love for which humankind has yearned from the caves
of yesteryear to the cities of tomorrow."
Professor Don Wheeldin, Los Angeles, April 1978 (on the occasion of the
celebration of the 80th birthday of Paul Robeson)
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