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Councilwoman Martinez speaks out about the KKK attack on MLK Day

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in African Americans, Civic Affairs, Michele Martinez, Racism, Santa Ana Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana

Community Alert: STATEMENT BY CITY COUNCILWOMAN MICHELE MARTINEZ

SANTA ANA (January 20, 2015) – “The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday has long been a symbol of peace for the civil rights movement and equality. As a Council Member of one of Orange County’s largest and most diverse cities, I was deeply disturbed to learn that early yesterday morning, on the day this holiday is observed, small bags filled with racist paraphernalia were distributed to around 40 homes in the City of Santa Ana.” Continue reading→

Santa Ana police investigate KKK propaganda left in neighborhood

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in African Americans, Civil Rights, Crime, Racism, Santa Ana 3 Comments

Santa Ana Police Department

Advisory: Police investigate KKK propaganda left in neighborhood

Santa Ana police officers respond to a resident who reported he found a small zip-loc baggy containing a rock, a candy, a flyer, and a KKK business card on his driveway this morning in the 2600 block of N Linwood St in Santa Ana.

The flyer contains anti-MLK propaganda. Approximately 40 similar bags were distributed sometime during the evening to various residences within a four block radius. No specific threat was noted on the business card and no crime can be established at this point. Continue reading→

Volunteer opportunities in Orange County, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Art Pedroza Posted in Charities, Churches and Religion, Orange County, Santa Ana, Volunteer Leave a comment

“On Monday we honor the life and work of a great man, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” said U.S. Rep. Sanchez in a press release issued yesterday. “Most importantly we reflect on the ideals of equality and justice which Dr. King championed. Dr. King believed that all people are created equal and he challenged our nation to ensure justice under law for everyone, regardless of the color of their skin. He asked Americans to bridge barriers and work together to help each other succeed.

“Let us honor Dr. King by working to strengthen our communities. Dr. King was a significant champion for volunteering and giving back to our communities, therefore I urge you to join me in honoring his legacy by helping your neighbors and those less fortunate. Through our actions, the work of Dr. King lives on.”

Now in its 13th year, community members can make their “day off” a “day on” with a Day of Service. Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through meaningful service. This year OneOC will partner with local agencies to offer volunteer opportunities that address critical community issues. There is no better time to get involved and make a difference!

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Invite your kids to hold a LemonAID stand on MLK Day

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Art Pedroza Posted in Charities, Civil Rights, irvine, Orange County Leave a comment

MLK Lemon Aid Stand

Dear Friends,

Team Kids has chosen the O.C. Human Relations Commission’s BRIDGES youth programs to be the beneficiaries of their LemonAID Stands on MLK Day and they’re inviting kids of all ages to join them!

Team Kids has registered their LemonAID Stand with Disney’s Give A Day/Get A Disney Day promotion – so anyone who volunteers to setup a LemonAID stand this weekend in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day can earn a free visit to Disneyland while helping to support OC Human Relations!

To register your LemonAID stand and receive Disney’s “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” promotion, click HERE.

The O.C. Human Relations Commission encourages everyone to round-up some young (or young-at-heart!) people and set up your own LemonAID Stand in service to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr! Continue reading→