DETROIT –
Renowned political strategist, author and syndicated columnist Donna Brazile will deliver the keynote address during Wayne State University's annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 17. at the Max M. Fisher Music Center, located at 3711 Woodward Ave. in Detroit.
A recipient of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's highest award for political achievement, Donna Brazile has worked on every presidential campaign from 1976 through 2000, when she served as campaign manager for former vice president Al Gore, becoming the first African American woman to manage a presidential campaign. She is the vice chair of voter registration and participation for the Democratic National Committee.
"The King tribute gives us an opportunity to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King while celebrating diversity, the arts and the many contributions of our community," said Victor Green, WSU director of community relations. "We are excited to have Ms. Brazile as the keynote speaker. She is a powerful leader whose work personifies the spirit of the King observance. The 2012 tribute is sure to inspire all who attend."
Net proceeds from the event will support Adopt-A-Classroom, a national organization that empowers teachers with community partners and funds to purchase resources for their classrooms. Wayne State, in partnership with its tribute sponsors, has donated more than $28,000 to Adopt-A-Classroom over the past four years.
The event includes special recognition of community leaders who exemplify King's goals and philosophy, as well as a performance by the InsideOut Literary Arts Project's Citywide Poets, an award-winning group of high school spoken word artists.
Tickets are $10 for the program only, or $65 for the program with strolling luncheon. Parking is free. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.govaffairs.wayne.edu or call 313-577-0701.
