Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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n Friday, October 20, 1995, about 70 persons gathered around the Bell Tower at 12:30 to listen to speeches given by partici- pants in the Million Man March in Washington, DC, on Monday. This was a march of over one miUion African Americans, comprised to make one think about what their society would be like without the presence of African Americans. Though there was no sound system made avail- able to them, the speakers continued with their pro- gram, relaying their heart- felt experiences to the enthusiastic crowd. Neither rain nor classes stopped the speakers from telling their listeners how they need to be aware of the importance of African Americans, and how, without them, there would be no society. They spoke of the need to support communities in need. The masses of people are most important, yet if one falls, we all fall. While this event was called the Million Man March, many women partici- pated as well. There was no difference between men and women in Washington, they were all together as one. Though there were 10 different speakers, they all had common messages. Qie being to get involved, because one person can make all the difference. Another common theme was the Vote. Voting was said to be a tool in constructing a society of choice. It may be our generation ' s way of breaking the mold. Yes, we can make a difference. --Angle Marion 18