Civil Rights Lawyer Norman Siegel and Former Head of the New York Urban League Harriet Michel Lead Effort to Honor Voting Rights Struggle and Stand Against Hate
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, New Yorkers will gather to march across the Brooklyn Bridge in solidarity with activists in Selma, Alabama, who will be commemorating the 60th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday.” The march, which will take place at 1:30 PM, is led by renowned civil rights lawyer Norman Siegel and civil rights activist Harriet Michel.
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This powerful event will honor the historic 1965 march for voting rights and reaffirm the ongoing commitment to protecting democracy, combating hate, and defending civil rights. The march serves as a reminder that the fight for voting rights is not over, and the struggles of the past must continue to guide the fight for justice today.
Norman Siegel, who was actively involved in the civil rights movement in the South, and Harriet Michel, who marched in Alabama in 1965, have dedicated their lives to advocating for justice. From fighting for voting rights to leading efforts against hate violence, their leadership in this march connects the courage and resilience of the past with the urgent fight for democratic values today.
“This march is a powerful call for unity against the growing threats to democracy and civil rights,” said Siegel. “Sixty years after the attack on peaceful demonstrators in Selma, we continue to march to protect the democratic principles that define our nation.”
DETAILS OF THE MARCH:
- Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
- Time: 1:30 PM
- Starting Location: Steps of City Hall, New York
- Route: March across the Brooklyn Bridge
Who will be attending:
- Norman Siegel, Civil Rights Attorney and Former Director of the NYCLU
- Harriet Michel, Former CEO of the New York Urban League
- Civic leaders, activists, and community organizations
- New Yorkers committed to protecting democracy and civil rights
The march will highlight the importance of honoring the legacy of the 1965 Selma march, when peaceful demonstrators were brutally attacked for demanding their right to vote. As we mark the 60th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday,” we come together to resist the forces that threaten democracy and continue the fight for justice and civil liberties.
About the Leaders:
Norman Siegel has been a tireless advocate for civil rights, dedicating his career to fighting for the constitutional rights of all Americans. Harriet Michel is a long-time leader in the civil rights movement and served as the CEO of the New York Urban League, where she worked to improve the social and economic status of African Americans.
About the March:
The march represents a crucial moment in the ongoing struggle for civil rights and voting rights. It is a call for unity in defending democracy and the rights of every individual, especially in the face of increasing challenges to those freedoms.
