The Return of the Bulldogs

September 25 - September 28, 2008

Celebrate the long awaited reopening of Garfield High School. Located in the heart of the Central District, Garfield was originally built in 1923 and reopens to welcome back the class of 2009. Garfield High School has a diverse alumni reflecting the changing demographics of its neighborhood. Welcome Home Bulldogs! For a complete listing of celebration events including reunions and the dedication of the Quincy Jones Performance Center www.celebrategarfield.org/celebration.html

African American Veterans and Families Receive Apology for Injustice at Fort Lawton

In a series of events from July 24-27, 2008 seven families and one veteran, Mr. Samuel Snow received a formal apology from the U.S. Army for the injustice they received 63 years ago at Fort Lawton in Seattle. In an emotional ceremony and tribute, the Honorable Ronald James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs, apologized for the terrible and grave injustice perpetrated against 43 African American soldiers in 1944.  

Urge Support of Benefits for Filipino Veterans

On April 24th, the US Senate passed S.1315, the Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act by a bi-partisan vote of 96-1. The passing of this bill holds historic significance because S.1315 contains provisions to correct the over 60 year injustice to Filipino WWII Veterans by restoring their US Veteran status. It will not reduce benefits for other veterans.

Currently, the House of Representatives is close to bringing Filipino WWII veterans legislation to the floor for a vote (as part of the Veterans Benefits Enhancement Act). See how you can support this effort.