Monday, March 14, 2005

TheWBALChannel.com - News - Selma Marchers Call For Extension Of Voting Rights Act

TheWBALChannel.com - News - Selma Marchers Call For Extension Of Voting Rights Act:
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"Among thousands on hand was singer Harry Belafonte, who took part in the march 40 years ago, and a daughter of President Lyndon Johnson, who signed the Voting Rights Act into law.
Lewis said, while the president signed the measure into law, it 'was written by the people of Selma.'
March veterans and organizers wanted the 40th anniversary "

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