Alabama Values Progress

Bonita Hamilton-Ceasar is a powerhouse of talent and perseverance! ?? Hailing from Montgomery, AL, she has graced Broadway for over 16 years as Shenzi in The Lion King, proving that talent, dedication, and resilience can break barriers. ?A proud Alabama State University grad, she’s an inspiration to aspiring artists, showing that dreams are limitless, no matter where you come from. Her journey reminds us that representation matters, and her voice echoes for those still fighting for their place in the arts. ?? #WomensHistoryMonth #BonitaHamilton #BroadwayExcellence #ASU

A literary giant, anthropologist, and filmmaker, Zora Neae Hurston unapologetically told the stories of Black life, love, and struggle. From breaking barriers during the Harlem Renaissance to inspiring generations to challenge injustice, her work remains a force in the fight for racial and gender equality This #WomensHistoryMonth, we honor her legacy, one that reminds us to speak our truth, amplify marginalized voices, and push for change. Her impact paved the way, now it's our turn to carry it forward! #ZoraNealeHurston #BlackExcellence #HerStory

?? Statehouse Chronicles: Season 2, Episode 3? When harmful anti-immigration bills threaten our communities, silence is not an option. Amanda Cherry takes a stand at the public hearing, advocating for the rights and dignity of immigrants in Alabama.?? "If people could, they would become citizens." The barriers aren’t from a lack of desire but from a system designed to exclude. Amanda’s love for the immigrant community drives her to speak out, because policies built on fear and hate have real consequences.?? Lawmakers must listen to the voices of those affected. Immigrants are part of the fabric of Alabama, and we will fight alongside them for justice, dignity, and the right to belong.?? ?? This is about power. This is about people. This is about building a future where every voice is heard and every community is protected. Tune in to Statehouse Chronicles as we break down the decisions made in the 2025 Legislative Session and hold our representatives accountable.? https://lnkd.in/eBXuPsMK #ALPolitics #ImmigrantRights #FreedomForAll #StatehouseChronicles

??? Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin, a fearless 15-year-old who refused to give up her seat, igniting the fight for civil rights. Her courage reminds us that young voices have power and that justice is never convenient, it’s demanded. Today, as we fight voter suppression, racial injustice, and inequality, let’s honor her legacy by standing up, speaking out, and pushing forward. Because change doesn’t wait, it starts with us! ?????? #WomensHistoryMonth #ClaudetteColvin #StandForJustice #YouthLeadTheWay

Unbought & Unbossed, Shirley Chisholm shattered barriers and rewrote history! As the first African American woman in Congress and the first to seek a major party’s presidential nomination, she paved the way for future generations. In a time when representation, equity, and leadership still demand a fight, her fearless spirit reminds us: "If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair." Let’s honor her legacy by breaking more ceilings! ???? #WomensHistoryMonth #ShirleyChisholm #UnboughtUnbossed

#throwback to our partners Alabama Values? +? Shake the Field AL collaboration. We Out Here Wednesday episode on Edmund Pettus Bridge. 60 years ago, our ancestors put their bodies on the line, crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge knowing they might not make it to the other side. On Bloody Sunday, they were met with tear gas, clubs, and hatred, but they kept pushing forward. Their sacrifice forced this country to reckon with itself and moved us closer to the promise of democracy. This weekend, we honor them, but we don’t just commemorate, we commit. The fight for voting rights and true representation isn’t history, it’s right now. The bridge isn’t just a landmark, it’s a reminder that the work isn’t done. We stand on the shoulders of those who marched before us, and we owe it to them, and to ourselves, to keep pushing. We don’t cross the bridge to remember, we cross it to move forward. ??? #Selma60 #KeepMarching #VotingRightsNow #FromTheGroundUp

?? This Women's History Month, we honor the unwavering compassion of Mother Teresa, a woman who transformed the world through love and service. ?In a time when poverty, inequality, and humanitarian crises persist, her legacy reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness can create waves of change. She devoted her life to the forgotten, the poor, and the suffering, proving that love in action is the most powerful force. Today, let’s rise to her example and serve with purpose. Because change starts with us. ?? #WomensHistoryMonth #MotherTeresa #ActWithLove #BeTheChange

?? Statehouse Chronicles: Season 2, Episode 2 Rev. Eric Hall delivers a powerful message on unity, equality, and the fight for a better Alabama. When lawmakers push divisive legislation, communities rise up, organize, and demand change.?? Organizations across Alabama are uniting against policies that keep us divided. The people are calling for laws that reflect the needs of marginalized communities, not national agendas. Together, we are building political power, amplifying our voices, and ensuring our leaders hear us loud and clear.?? We need bills that stand on the side of the people. Alabama must be a place where everyone is represented. Legislators need to understand that we are mobilizing, strengthening our communities, and ensuring that our voices will not be ignored.?? ?? This is about power. This is about people. This is about building a future where every voice is heard and every community is protected. Tune in to Statehouse Chronicles as we break down the decisions made in the 2025 Legislative Session and hold our representatives accountable.? https://lnkd.in/ex5CJyHZ #ALPolitics #PeopleOverPolitics #StatehouseChronicles

Sojourner Truth’s fearless voice still echoes today. Her powerful words, "Ain’t I a Woman?", challenged injustice then, and fuel the fight for equality now. From voting rights to wage gaps, Black women continue to demand recognition, respect, and representation. Her courage reminds us: Silence is not an option. Keep pushing. Keep rising. Her legacy is a call to action, one that urges us to stand firm in the fight for justice. The work is not done, and we honor her by carrying the torch forward. #SojournerTruth #WomensHistoryMonth #AintIAWoman

#newsfromthelege Here's some news you can use about the Alabama Legislative Session from last week: - The Alabama Senate voted to outlaw "machine gun conversion devices," also known as Glock switches.? - The Alabama Senate unanimously passed a bill to require adult-size changing tables be installed in public buildings.? - A bill requiring unpermitted event participants to reimburse municipalities passed the Alabama House 70-22.? - Veterans gathered on the steps of the Alabama Statehouse to voice their opposition to legislation that would turn the state Veterans Affairs board into a mere advisory role. - A bill has been filed in the Alabama House to repeal the Alabama Uniform Minimum Wage and Right-to-Work Act from 2016.