Progressive firebrand and former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams on Wednesday was hired by Howard University to take on a race and politics role.
Howard University announced Abrams will join the institution as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics to collaborate across campus on issues of race and Black politics.
According to Howard University, Abrams’ role “will foster interdisciplinary collaborations across the University on critical issues of race and Black politics, especially those issues that affect Americans of the African diaspora.”
She will also “inspire research and encourage broad discussions of scholarship for real-world solutions to complex, seemingly insoluble societal problems that adversely affect African diasporic communities and other vulnerable populations.”
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Furthermore, Abrams will lead a speakers series with invited guests on a range of topics representing diverse perspectives.
“Stacey Abrams has proven herself an essential voice and eager participant in protecting American democracy – not just for certain populations, but for everyone with the fundamental right to make their voices heard,” Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick said.
“I am honored to serve as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, having had the privilege of knowing and learning from Dr. Walters,” Abrams said.
“We are at an inflection point for American and international democracy, and I look forward to engaging Howard University’s extraordinary students in a conversation about where they can influence, shape and direct the critical public policy decisions we face,” she added. “From my alma mater, Spelman College, I have carved out a career that allows me to weave together policy analysis, political leadership, social justice, business, environmental, entertainment, and more. Through this post,…
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