Feb. 1, 2023 “Black history is a lifetime. It is not a month. Stop letting other people control the narrative.” – Forum participant Gary Marion Jan. 24, 2023 Perhaps there is no middle way between the stout defenders of Black History Month and Gary Marion's ... Continue Reading →
Black History Month 2021
Feb. 1, 2021 For many years, the Forum marked Black History Month by scheduling speakers and panelists who could offer a perspective on the history of Charlotte-Mecklenburg's African-American community. In the name of upholding that tradition in these pandemic times: The following graphics were ... Continue Reading →
Remembering Malachi Greene
March 1, 2016 Participants at the Tuesday Morning Breakfast Forum today took turns coming to front to speak about Malachi Greene, a longtime Forum participant, political activist, former Charlotte City Council member and nurturer of many good things in Charlotte. The stories suggest that his ... Continue Reading →
Malachi Greene says thanks
March 12, 2013 Malachi Greene rose this morning at the Tuesday Morning Breakfast Forum to thanks all those who have prayed, called and phoned during his recent illness. His comments on the video below explain the illness, which involved prostate cancer that metastasized into his spinal column. ... Continue Reading →
Malachi Greene: He’s baaaaack!
Feb. 5, 2013 The former City Council member has been away from his beloved Forum for health reasons. On Feb. 5, 2013 he returned, to applause. He thanked friends for their support during his illness, then delivered a full-throated call to action. ... Continue Reading →