The Spring Bulletin 2024

Re - Enactment—Selma, Alabama Gregory Smith Jr., 33°; Sublime Prince Christin Campbell, 32°, and Jerome Hutchinson Photography

Most Worshipful Brother Hawkins was accompanied by Sovereign Grand Commander Dr. Melvin J. Bazemore, Sovereign Grand Commander of the United Supreme Council, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, PHA, Northern Jurisdiction, USA, Inc.; Most Worshipful

for all Americans to consider for the future of the nation: “ Our young leaders — well, they are cleareyed about what’s at stake. And in the spirit of a young John Lewis, I know they too will not be deterred, they will not be defeated, and they will not be denied. So, Selma, the challenges we currently face

Brother and Sovereign Grand Inspector General Eugene Anderson, President of the Conference of Grand Masters; and Grand Masters from all American Prince Hall Affiliation Jurisdictions. This show of support most definitely provoked moments of awe from many in consideration of the re -enactment of such a

are not unlike the challenges faced by those 600 brave souls 59 years ago. And in this moment, we too, then, are confronted with a fundamental question: What kind of country do we want to live in? Do we want to live in a country of freedom, liberty, and justice — or a country of injustice, hate, and fear?” We each have the power to answer that question

with our voice, with our feet, and with our vote.” With all on one accord, undoubtedly did each person present become moved by the events of the day. Given the charge by the keynote speaker to ensure that citizens take advantage of the right to vote, all left with one mission. Vote, vote, vote!!!

momentous occasion in the history of the United States of America. The keynote speaker for the day was none other than the first black, female Vice President of the United State of America, the Honorable Kamala Harris. Her words summarized the day’s events while providing more substance

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