he bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church 63 years ago this week shocked the country and proved to be a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement. Founded in 1873, it was the city’s first Black church. It became so central to the community it was known at the time simply as “Everybody’s Church.” People returned this week to the church not just to preserve what happened there, but to give people a place to reflect on what it means for them now.
In the ABC News special, "9/11: United We Stand -- 25 Years Later," athletes, musicians and entertainers reflect on how their industries brought healing after 9/11.
I had no idea what would help with my problems, but I knew what wouldn’t: talking about them. Which is why a silent retreat turned out to be exactly what I needed.
In America, U.S.A., Princeton historian Eddie Glaude Jr. looks at the country through the lens of its previous anniversaries and centennials. "The divided soul of the nation is in full view," he says.
In America, U.S.A., Princeton historian Eddie Glaude Jr. looks at the country through the lens of its previous anniversaries and centennials. "The divided soul of the nation is in full view," he says.Open
