If you are White you get a point of view (that most likely) you can identify with on some level. Wells was a passionate worker for womens right to vote, be she black or white. Wells, Second Edition, The Congress Parkway in Chicago was renamed to Ida B. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. I think what is unique about this discussion surrounding race is that it comes from a very personal level. That they have collaborated to write this book on Ida B. As a part of Black History Month a series of film screenings will be held on Zoom for the San Diego City College community followed by discussions. Even giving the authors the benefit of the doubt and allowing for the possibility that this is intended to be more of an exploration of Wells' legacy than a biography, that legacy is for the most part only explored as it applies to the authors themselves. is Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing. : Wells: A Passion for Justice, The work of a notable civil rights crusader in the late 19th and early 20th century.. The progress of the past 50 years is so fragile. This book takes a look at the actions of Ida B. Wells is one of our most important forbears whose life offers critical lessons for how to live with courage and determination in this particularly toxic era of a resurgence of violent white supremacy. Ida B. [4], This documentary also showed some scenes that contained black racism, such as segregation and black martyrs. It did drag in spots, so I did not give it a full five stars. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Wells: A Prophet for Our Time is a must read. San Diego City College hosts Black Film Fridays with a depiction of Wells-Barnetts legacy of journalism and activism, Ida B. Wells-Barnett (1862-1931) devoted her life to resisting the reformulation of white supremacy and violence in the post-Civil War era, using journalism as an incisive tool for change. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Ida B. Ida Wells would have had it no other way. Wells as Prophet for Our Time, Catherine Meeks and Nibs Stroupe embark upon a brave and hopeful mission. .William Greaves ("Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One") knew how to direct a documentary and the Ida B. Wells-Barnett story shines, because she never gave up trying to promote the welfare of Black people in America. This is the prescient truth of racial, gender and class privilege fueling the violence of lynching. Through these chapters, may Wells life and witness gain a wider audience and may her stunning witness move us to radical action on behalf of justice and the building of the Beloved Community. Wells: A Passion for Justice documents the dramatic life and turbulent times of the pioneering African American journalist, activist, suffragist and anti-lynching crusader of the post-Reconstruction period. Wells as an activist for racial justice and a founder of the NAACP. Wells: A Passion for Justice, directed by William Greaves. All were raised in rural Alabama. USA.gov, The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration She won $500, but the judgment was overturned. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Wells as Prophet for Our Time, Catherine Meeks and Nibs Stroupe embark upon a brave and hopeful mission. Try again. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club thats right for you for free. The authors blend their readings of Wells prophetic witness in the context of the Reconstruction and is aftermath with the impact of that witness upon their own very different, yet resonant, livesan African American woman and a white man raised in the same segregated county in Arkansascoming of age in the Civil Rights movement and its aftermath. Wells: A Passion for Justice, from 1989 (now streaming on Kanopy and YouTube). Ida B. The astonishing courage of Ida B. There is so much to process after reading this title. ", "Catherine Meeks and Nibs Stroupe are two excellent writers, historians, and astute cultural observers who have each published numerous books. Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Ida B. From the Foreword by Stacey Abrams, 2018 Democratic Nominee for Governor of Georgia Ida B. I didnt think this was a book on religion. That they have collaborated to write this book on Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice (1989, 54 mins.) And what they see are the ways racism has and continues to distort us and how Wells', "At the center of this book is the powerful legacy of Ida B. Catherine Meeks, PhD, is Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing. The authors blend their readings of Wells prophetic witness in the context of the Reconstruction and is aftermath with the impact of that witness upon their own very different, yet resonant, livesan African American woman and a white man raised in the same segregated county in Arkansascoming of age in the Civil Rights movement and its aftermath. are great discussion starters. WELLS: A PASSION FOR JUSTICE documents the dramatic life and turbulent times of the pioneering African American journalist, activist, suffragist and anti-lynching crusader of the post-Reconstruction period. In simple language, Meeks and Stroupe present a cogent, persuasive blueprint for achieving racial justice and equality in America. We cannot move forward without answering that question and, for Meeks and Stroupe, we cannot answer that question without understanding who Ida B. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Richard Brody, The New Yorker, A powerful account of the life of one of the earliest heroes in the Civil Rights MovementThe historical record of her achievements remains relatively modest. Wells, a child of slavery, became a foremost advocate for equality. The film makes an incredibly efficient work of depicting not only the life of Wells-Barnett, but also of the times through which she ushered her readers. The words of Wells are brought to life in the film through the performance of Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison as she reads selections from Wells memoir, Crusade for Justice, and other writings. Both have dedicated themselves to working, writing, and developing ministries oriented toward justice, equity, and mercy. To see all Black History Month events at City visit the calendar here. In Memphis, in 1887, outraged by an unsuccessful court battle protesting her removal from a train car on the basis of race, she became a journalist and activist whose work proved vastly influential, even internationally. , ISBN-13 It was such a proud moment for our family to see our ancestors life depicted in a sweeping and deeply informative film. The signage ceremony was on February 11, 2019, Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice (1989) was an episode of a TV series called American Experience. The progress of the past 50 years is so fragile. NIBS STROUPE retired in 2017 as pastor of Oakhurst Presbyterian Church, a nationally recognized leader in multicultural and racial justice ministry. Wells was an amazing woman and I was excited to get a book detailing more about her life. Such a surprisingly good read! It wasn't the book I thought I was getting (I had been looking for a biography of Ida B Wells), but maybe it was the book I needed. She is the retired Clara Carter Acree Distinguished Professor of Socio-Cultural Studies from Wesleyan College and Founding Executive Director of the Lane Center for Community Engagement and Service. "This thoughtful, moving book is much more than a biography. Wells as Prophet for Our Time, "In Passionate for Justice, we find a compass that points us to the future, where we can each give voice and action to justice, equity, and life-giving community. Here are two brave and honest southern voicesone black, one whitedrawing wisdom from their own histories in a segregated society, seeking guidance in the words and deeds of a legendary defender of justice. Her life is a profound witness for faith-based work of visionary power, resistance, and resilience for todays world, when the forces of injustice stand in opposition to progress. Chronicles the life of Ida B. Got this book for a book discussion group.I was impressed how quickly it was mailed. Wells: A Passion for Justice documents the dramatic life and turbulent times of the pioneering African American journalist, activist, suffragist and anti-lynching crusader of the post-Reconstruction period. Wells, an early Afro-American activist who protested lynchings, unfair treatment of Afro-American soldiers, and other examples of racism and injustice in early 20th century U.S. 1 videocassette (58 min.) Coronavirus (update: Coronavirus + Rebellion 2020) book review #42 4 stars. Wells was determined to the justice and equality was a must for men and women of color. Within 20 years after the end of the Civil War, promises were broken. She is the winner of The President Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement Award and holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University and PhD from Emory University. New York: Radio City Station, 1989. Wells and see themselves reflected in all their own distinctiveness. The event, hosted by the City Umoja Program, Black Studies Department, HUBU, World Cultures, City Scholars, and Diversity Committee, is on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m and can be accessed here. Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2022. "Ted A. Smith, Professor of Preaching and Ethics, Candler School of Theology, Emory University, This re-telling of Ida B. Wellss prophetic witness for justice in troubled times is a must read for individuals and communities of faith in the United States alarmed by the recent turn in our social and political ethos. Wells outside of what I could learn in a comic strip, but I kept reading and tried to enjoy it as a series of essays on an important subject instead. Yet, it is a call stubbornly rooted in a hope that refuses to give up on the vision of the Beloved Community as the divine intention for all people. Wells: The Hidden Life of Brave Journalist For Justice.Ida B. Ida B. Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2020. It was more than a passing acknowledgment as Bergman presents the documentary, "Ida B. Wells. Please try again. As Catherine Meeks and Nibs Stroupe tell the story of Wells, they deftly expose the truth about our nation, which our nation has long avoidedto its peril. Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice is a documentary movie containing documents of the dramatic life and turbulent times of the pioneering African American journalist, activist, suffragist, and anti-lynching crusader of the post-Reconstruction period. The film has received many awards, including First Place Documentary Award from the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame, the Silver Apple at the National Educational Film and Video Festival, and the Silver Plaque at the Chicago International Film Festival. 1-86-NARA-NARA or 1-866-272-6272. At 22 years of age, Wells-Barnett sued the Southwestern Railroad Company after having been removed by force from the womens wagon in the train due to her race. Wells (18621931) as a touchstone for a discussion of 21st century racism. These are exciting and dangerous times. ", "This is a remarkable story of two overlapping worlds rooted in rural Arkansasthe world of an African American female and the world of a white male. Living & Learning Community. This weeks Black Film Friday features Ida B. Also, black Martyrs shows in minutes 02.56, where when Wells initially supported black participation in WWI. [3], New York Times Reviewed this documentary by saying "Tells of the brave life and works of the 19th century journalist, known among Black reporters as 'the princess of the press,' who led the nation's first anti-lynching campaign." Wells, a child of slavery, became a foremost advocate for equality. Yet, it is a call stubbornly rooted in a hope that refuses to give up on the vision of the Beloved Community as the divine intention for all people. The remaining chapters deal with the emerging racial consciousness of Catherine Meeks, and African-American woman, and her co-author Nibs Stroup, a white man. I was very disappointed in the book. She is frequently asked to present commentaries on Georgia Public Radio and other radio and television programs. Ida B. Rich, rewarding, and deeply inspiring. The authors are an African-American woman and a child of white supremacy. Uploaded by in paragraph form about Ida B. wells-Barnett and Her passion for justice and the connection of our life. Wells, Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2021. The book covered Ida Wells' life story alongside the authors' encounters with race relations throughout their lives. This practice was also considered a state issue so there was no national demand for the practice to be stopped. Wells: A Passion for Justice is a documentary movie containing documents of the dramatic life and turbulent times of the pioneering African American journalist, activist, suffragist, and anti-lynching crusader of the post-Reconstruction period. Wells Awarded Posthumous Pulitzer for Outstanding and Courageous Reporting by Patty Wetli, WTTW News, Chicago, May 13, 2020 saw the release of Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells was one of the first journalists to report on the lynching of African Americans in the United States. This hour-long biographical piece depicts the life and work of journalist, activist, anti-lynching campaigner, and African American suffragette Ida B. Wells-Barnett, whose methodical and uncompromising voice served as a guiding beacon for Black rights throughout the post-Reconstruction era. A2 ton elevator is supported by a cable that can safety support 6400lbs. Wells is not among us, but, thanks to Meeks and Stroupe, she is voice, inspiration, courage, and conviction in this most special book! In counterpoint with the voices on the soundtrack, he brings a dramatic array of engravings, photographs, and printed archives to life with great imaginative power. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Social Justice Advocacy. The film also detailed why Wells became a literary activist. : We found it immensely inspiring and led to fruitful conversation about how we (all white people in that group) push ourselves further in anti-racism work, in ourselves and in our communities. But she did it rather by dedicating her life to articulating the Black struggle against white supremacy in its constantly shape-shifting forms. 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