Cornel West and Melina Abdullah in Conversation with James Farr Moves to Online Live Stream on YouTube
Pasadena, CA – The highly anticipated candidate forum featuring Dr. Cornel West, 2024 Presidential candidate, and Dr. Melina Abdullah, 2024 Vice Presidential candidate, will now be presented as an online live stream on YouTube. Scheduled initially at All Saints Episcopal Church, this virtual event has been moved online to accommodate increased demand and ensure accessibility for all interested participants.
Award-winning journalist James Farr will moderate the live-streamed discussion, which will unpack the platform and vision of the West-Abdullah 2024 campaign. Viewers will have the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates about their policies and plans to impact federal policy with a focus on truth, justice, and love.
"We are excited to transition our forum to a virtual platform, which will allow us to reach a broader audience and engage with voters not only in California but also nationwide," said James Farr, the forum's host and moderator. This change reflects our commitment to inclusive participation."
Event Details:
Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM PST
Location: Online live stream via YouTube ConversationLive – CornelWest2024
Moderator: James Farr, award-winning journalist
More information (Click here)
The forum will focus on the West-Abdullah 2024 campaign's platform and their efforts to secure ballot access in California for the November election. Topics will include the impact of third-party candidates on the U.S. political landscape and their vision for America's future.
Meet the Candidates: Cornel West and Melina Abdullah:
Dr. Cornel West– A prominent philosopher, political activist, and author, Dr. West has dedicated his life to addressing issues of race, justice, and democracy. His works, including "Race Matters" and "Democracy Matters," have significantly impacted discussions around social justice in America.
Dr. Melina Abdullah– A professor of Pan-African Studies and a recognized leader in the fight for racial justice, Dr. Abdullah co-founded the Los Angeles chapter of Black Lives Matter. Her work focuses on community engagement, activism, and the pursuit of equality.
About James Farr:
James Farr is an award-winning journalist and the host of Conversation Live. In 2022, he received the Alliance for Community Media’s ‘Voter Education’ Award. Additionally, he contributes to KBLA 1580 AM's First Things First, hosted by Dominique DiPrima, and to LA Progressive. Farr focuses on social and restorative justice, inclusion, and equity. Known for his insightful reporting and dedication to uncovering the truth, Farr has also been honored with the Jeff Adachi Social Justice Award for his work as a documentarian. His experience and expertise will guide the evening's conversation, ensuring a meaningful and thought-provoking discussion.
Justice for All Party:
In an effort to directly confront the suppression of voter choice and participation by legacy political parties, Independent candidate for President of the United States, Dr. Cornel West, announced the establishment of the Justice For All Party (JFA). The party aims to secure ballot access in multiple states and promote transformational change through grassroots initiatives beyond the 2024 election cycle.
For more information and updates regarding the online candidate forum, please visit www.cornelwest.com or contact info@cornelwest2024.com.
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