Category: Civil Rights Forum

Save the Date - "I Am the Future" at the Figge January 11, 2024

11/25/2023

Save the Date - I Am the Future at the Figge
Thursday, January 11th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

Figge Art Museum
225 W 2nd ST
Davenport, IA (map)

A Message from the Board

Save the date for our next showing of I Am the Future at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport. We will have a social hour with light hors d’oeuvres and an open bar from 5:00 to 6:00. The showing of our film will be followed by a Legacy Panel discussion featuring MacArthur Cotton and other civil rights activists, including those in our video. More details will follow.

We also need volunteers to help with this event.

Glenda Guster

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"I Am the Future" at the Putnam - After Action Report

10/28/2023

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I Am the Future at the Putnam - After Action Report

Our I Am the Future film moderator, AbdurRhamaan (Abdur) Howard, and his cousin, Chase

PACG is proud to have collaborated with community partners from The Putnam Museum and Science Center, WQPT: PBS, and WVIK: NPR, to present a special film screening of I am the Future: Standing on the Shoulders of the Past, last Sunday, October 22nd. As progressives, we believe that it is important for our community to come together to learn about and discuss the issues surrounding civil rights activism. We hosted this free, family-friendly event to not only showcase this incredible film, but also to provide an opportunity for our community to engage in meaningful conversations about how we can all be activists for civil rights. This film is a powerful portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of local civil rights activists and serves as an inspiring call to action for all those who believe in equality and justice.

In early 2022, as her PACG presidency began, Glenda Guster decided that she wanted to interview acquaintances of hers who had important social justice experiences in the mid-20th century for an article for our Progressive Action Update (PAU) weekly newsletter. But some members of PACG suggested that we videotape these people to preserve the history firsthand. So, PACG did what it often does - we established a committee to work on this idea!

It was decided that our goals for this project included

preserving local Black history
educating our communities, and
inspiring our membership in activism

With this in mind, we approached four of Glenda's friends and asked if we could interview them about their experiences. The following individuals agreed to speak to us about their experiences: Attorney Catherine (Kitty) Alexander, Rev. Gabriel Barber III, Dr. Henry Brockington, former Davenport Mayor Bill Gluba, and student moderator AbdurRahmaan (Abdur) Howard. The film’s stars, with the exception of Catherine (Kitty) Alexander, were special guests at our event at the Putnam this week and participated in an enlightening Q&A session following the film. Approximately 60 adults and 25 children were in attendance. Read more about our film stars at this blog post.

Other community organizations participated in tabling and conversation prior to the film screening. We want to thank our friends doing important social justice work in the community for attending: Davenport Civil Rights Commission, NAACP-Davenport Branch #4019, One Human Family QCA, and The Project of the Quad Cities.

Thank you to everyone involved in the creation of this film, our hosts and sponsors, and all of our friends, members and supporters for attending and making it such a great event!

And if you just want to watch our film, the latest version is here.

Maggie Davis

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"I Am the Future" - PACG in the News!

10/22/2023

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I Am the Future gets some great pre-event press

A Message from the Board

WQAD had a story about our film on their news on Thursday this week! In addition, they included the following on their website:

'I Am the Future: Standing on the Shoulders of the Past' film includes personal experiences of Quad City residents who fought for civil rights in the early 1960s.

Author: Devin Brooks
Published: 7:23 AM CDT October 19, 2023
Updated: 7:23 AM CDT October 19, 2023

DAVENPORT, Iowa — The stories of local civil rights activists will be told on the big screen this weekend in Davenport.

Progressive Action for the Common Good is set to host its first big showing of 'I Am the Future: Standing on the Shoulders of the Past' at the Putnam Museum and Science Center Sunday, Oct. 22.

It's about the personal experiences of Quad City residents who fought for civil rights in the early 1960s. This includes Rev. Gabriel Barber III, Mayor Bill Gluba, Dr. Henry Brockington, Attorney Catherine (Kitty) Alexander, and AbdurRahmaan Howard as the student moderator. Click here for each bio.

PACG Webmaster

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“I Am the Future” at the Putnam! - PACG Event

10/12/2023

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I Am the Future showing at the Putnam Museum!
Sunday, October 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Putnam Museum and Science Center
1717 W 12th ST
Davenport, IA (map)

PACG, WQPT, WVIK and the Putnam Museum and Science Center

Our video, I Am the Future: Standing on the Shoulders of the Past will be shown at the Putnam Museum and Science Center in Davenport on Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm. The personal stories of local Quad City residents who fought for civil rights in the early 1960s were recorded and woven together into a powerful portrayal of their struggles and triumphs. The film serves as an inspiring call to action for all those who believe in equality and justice. The video was graciously updated this year by WQPT PBS, who will join PACG and the Putnam in sponsoring this family-friendly, free event.

Progressive Action for the Common Good, WQPT, WVIK and the Putnam are hosting this event to not only showcase this incredible film, but also to provide an opportunity for our community to engage in conversations about how we can all be activists for civil rights. Local civil rights organizations will be on hand along with the film’s stars to answer questions about what it means to be an activist. Children and families can participate in organized activities in addition to enjoying the museum.

We hope to see you and your family there!

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“I Am the Future” showing at the Putnam on October 22nd at 2:00 pm - PACG Event

10/10/2023

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I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Putnam Museum and Science Center
1717 W 12th ST
Davenport, IA (map)

PACG Board

We will be showing our I Am the Future video as we continue to educate the community about the importance of being activists for civil rights. There will be activities for people of all ages and information tables from various local civil rights organizations. Our focus for this free event is on the family, especially children. Please come join us for this afternoon of fun! If you have questions please contact us at qcprogressiveaction@gmail.com.

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“Why 'coming out' can take a lifetime" - No Hate In Our States

9/29/2023

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Why 'coming out' can take a lifetime

No Hate In Our States

BBC
Prejudice, discrimination and ignorance cause measurable harm to LGBT+ people's health and wellbeing, but family support can make a big difference.

Attitudes in many societies may be changing, but plenty of prejudice against the LGBT+ community still abounds across the world. In the US, LGBT+ people are nine times more likely than non-LGBT+ people to be victims of violent hate crimes...Families cannot protect their LGBT+ relatives from all the challenges they will face – but the quality of support from our relatives can make a big difference. In fact, family support is a serious predictor of the wellbeing of LGBT+ people across the lifespan. However, declaring tolerance, and providing meaningful support, can be two very different things. Read this incredibly in-depth article here.

I have my own recollections of this in my life. I was 8 years old when I finally understood I was different from most people I knew. My father constantly disparaged my uncle for "acting gay” when, in reality, I believe he was simply what would be considered more “effeminate” in nature. These complaints from my father hurt me personally because my uncle Vince was the only person in my family who truly mentored me.

I often cry when reading articles about queerness, whether they are supportive or unsupportive stories. Even the good ones make me sad because I wish I had had something besides threats of military school from my dad whenever I showed signs of not being a mini-me for him and his hunting buddies.

Reading this article has helped me put things in perspective just a little bit more. I wanted to share this with the PACG community because LGBTQ+ allies need to understand. Why? Because even people that think they're kind can unintentionally hurt the queer people they love. And the prolific hate in America today is debilitating for the queer community. And, likely, for you as well.

This comprehensive article has certainly tracked with my experience as a young queer person growing up in the 60s. The hate has always been here but I'm a lot more afraid of where society is headed now than I ever have been before. Articles like this can help. They won't stop the queer haters, but might open the eyes of people who think they care but aren't exactly showing support in careful, meaningful ways. We can all be more mindful.

Dee VanThournout

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Save the Date - IATF Showing at the Putnam on October 22nd, 2023

9/27/2023

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Save the Date - I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Putnam Museum and Science Center
1717 W 12th ST
Davenport, IA (map)

PACG Board We will be working with the Putam to show our I Am the Future video and educate the community about the importance of being activists for civil rights. Look for more information soon. And if you are interested in helping with this fun event, please contact us at qcprogressiveaction@gmail.com.

Glenda Guster

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Intersectional Resource Fair -PACG Events

8/26/2023

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Intersectional Resource Fair
Saturday, October 7th from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

MCC of the Quad Cities
2930 W Locust ST
Davenport IA

PACG, The Project, One Human Family-QCA and the RealMainStream

This event is presented by One Human Family QCA, The Project of the Quad Cities, and TheRealMainstream.com.

Connection with Intersectional Resources in Our Community
FREE TO ATTEND! RAFFLE & DOOR PRIZES!

Our community is FILLED with resources -- but sometimes, we haven't yet had a chance to discover them all, because we're focused on what we already know.

The Intersectional Resource Fair is an unprecedented chance to learn, learn, learn about nonprofits, groups and businesses that serve marginalized identities and strive to be intersectional.

Come by for a few minutes, or stay for a couple of hours. Whatever it takes for you to partake of information from throughout the Quad Cities area and beyond about the resources available to you in more than a dozen different areas of interest.

Better yet, you'll receive door prizes just for showing up. And you'll win raffle tickets just for visiting the tables on hand, plus more raffle tickets if you complete some fun games.

Come intersect with us! This opportunity starts at 10:30 a.m. Sat., Oct. 7, and continues only until 1 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Find the support you need in:
-Housing
-Child care
-Education
-Employment
-Social justice
-Health care
-Animal welfare
-Substance use
-Spirituality
-LGBTQ topics
-BIPOC topics
-Small business
-Women's topics
-Environmental stewardship
-Community & social events

This free, simple, yet high-impact event is for nonprofits, community groups, and small businesses throughout the Quad Cities area -- especially those serving marginalized identities -- to share more about themselves, with more people, from more identities.

Share about the services you provide, how to access them, your upcoming events, your volunteer needs .... whatever will help you connect with more of your intersectional community.

More information is available here.

PACG Webmaster

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QC Women’s Equality Day - PACG Event

8/18/2023

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Celebrate Quad Cities Women’s Equity Day
Saturday, August 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Quad City Botanical Center
2525 4th AV
Rock Island, IL (map)

PACG, QC NOW and AAUW Davenport-Bettendorf

The public is invited to join a Quad Cities celebration of Women's Equality Day on Saturday, August 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Quad City Botanical Center in Rock Island.

Women’s Equality Day commemorates the signing of the 19th Amendment in 1920 granting women the right to vote.

Women who lead in elected office, business, education and the arts will speak. The program will begin at 2:15. All are welcome to stay to socialize and learn about local organizations that support women. Refreshments will be served.

No RSVP is necessary and the event is free.

Quad Cities Women's Equality Day is sponsored by the Quad Cities National Organization for Women, American Association of University Women Davenport-Bettendorf, and Progressive Action for the Common Good.

Susan Leuthauser

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3rd Anniversary of the Racial Equality rally - After Action Report

6/25/2023

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Third Anniversary of PACG's Racial Equality rally After Action Report

Civil Rights Forum

Since George Floyd's murder in 2020, members of the PACG Civil Rights Forum have gathered at noon every Saturday in Moline to advocate for racial equality and justice in our country. This past Saturday, June 24th, we were joined by several other people to mark the third anniversary of our effort. The group remains encouraged by all the passersby that honk, wave and give a thumbs up in response to our weekly effort. This indicates that people still want to have the conversation about race and racial equality in America. You can see more pictures at our blog post here.

That being the case, the Civil Rights Rally will continue indefinitely until racial equality and justice for all are a reality in our society. We welcome anyone who supports these values to join us at noon on Saturdays. There are extra signs, or feel free to bring your own.

Caryn Unsicker

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Save the Date - "I Am the Future" at the Figge January 11, 2024

Save the Date - I Am the Future at the Figge
Thursday, January 11th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

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I Am the Future at the Putnam - After Action Report

"I Am the Future" - PACG in the News!

I Am the Future gets some great pre-event press

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Sunday, October 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

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I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

“Why 'coming out' can take a lifetime" - No Hate In Our States

Why 'coming out' can take a lifetime

Save the Date - IATF Showing at the Putnam on October 22nd, 2023

Save the Date - I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

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Intersectional Resource Fair
Saturday, October 7th from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

QC Women’s Equality Day - PACG Event

Celebrate Quad Cities Women’s Equity Day
Saturday, August 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

3rd Anniversary of the Racial Equality rally - After Action Report

Third Anniversary of PACG's Racial Equality rally After Action Report

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Save the Date - I Am the Future at the Figge Thursday, January 11th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

I Am the Future at the Putnam - After Action Report

I Am the Future gets some great pre-event press

I Am the Future showing at the Putnam Museum!Sunday, October 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

I Am the Future showing at the PutnamSunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Why 'coming out' can take a lifetime

Save the Date - I Am the Future showing at the PutnamSunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Intersectional Resource FairSaturday, October 7th from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

Celebrate Quad Cities Women’s Equity DaySaturday, August 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Third Anniversary of PACG's Racial Equality rally After Action Report

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Save the Date - I Am the Future at the Figge
Thursday, January 11th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm

I Am the Future showing at the Putnam Museum!
Sunday, October 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 pm

I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Save the Date - I Am the Future showing at the Putnam
Sunday, October 22nd at 2:00 pm

Intersectional Resource Fair
Saturday, October 7th from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

Celebrate Quad Cities Women’s Equity Day
Saturday, August 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm