photographed by Kyle Lambelet and Lewis Brandon
photos taken on May. 6, 2008

The Beloved Community Center joined with labor unions, community members, activists and organizers, and religious leaders to stand in solidarity with farm workers in their struggle for justice in the fields of North Carolina. In a display of black, brown, and white unity, protesters rallied outside while a delegation addressed stockholders inside. We heard powerful speeches from several representatives of the various communties that were there to support. While Winston-Salem Police (paid by Reynolds) attempted to silence protesters, the energy was high and a powerful statement was made in support of farm workers.

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