"The Meaning of the Fourth of July for the Negro"
Sun, July 8, 1:30 pm, at the Springfield UU, 21 Fairground Road, Springfield, VT

Join us as we read together the fiery July 5, 1852 speech in which the great abolitionist orator Frederick Douglass took exception to being asked to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This is a participatory event. Community members are invited to witness and/or join in the reading. Copies of the speech will be provided. Discussion led by Rev. Mellen after the speech. Free and open to the public - spread the word!

If you would like to read a portion of the speech at this event, please contact Deb Diegoli at uuspringfieldvt@gmail.com or Rev. Mellen at mellenken@aol.com. Or simply show up. All welcome!

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