Harriet’s Political Will: Black Women’s Electoral Strength in an Era of Fractured Politics
Part of the series Her Dream Deferred
Black women have long gone above and beyond the call of duty in their contributions to American civic life. Despite their extraordinary engagement, particularly in terms of voter turnout and political participation, black women and their interests face a jarring lack of political recognition and representation.
With that history in mind, an ensemble cast stages a performance that explores the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman—an early 20th-century civic organizer and political activist—through music, dance, and drumming. The performance is followed by a panel exploring the political implications of Tubman’s profound legacy. Among other topics, the panel of political analysts and theorists will discuss how Tubman’s story illustrates the powerful and lasting consequences of having black women as a driving force in the fight for equality and justice.
The panelists include Alicia Garza, Nia-Malika Henderson, and Barbara Arnwine. Moderated by Kimberlé Crenshaw.
This event is presented by the Hammer Museum at UCLA.
Event Date: Wednesday, Mar. 27, 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Hammer Museum
Price: Free
The Hammer is located at the corner of Westwood and Wilshire boulevards in Westwood Village, three blocks east of the 405 freeway’s Wilshire exit.
Parking is available under the museum.
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