NationSwell x MCF Book Club

MCF Book Club: Reading for a Liberated Future

NationSwell is thrilled to partner with the Marguerite Casey Foundation to present the MCF Book Club series in New York City. Together, we will convene our communities to dive into thought-provoking books from dynamic authors from historically marginalized populations whose work centers radical, regenerative, and transformative approaches to community building.

King: A Life by Jonathan Eig

November 19, 2024 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm ET
The Altman Building, Chelsea, NYC

Join us on November 19th in New York City for a conversation among Jonathan Eig, Dr. Carmen Rojas, and Dr. Darrick Hamilton on the intricate dynamics of King’s leadership and legacy in today’s political context. Together, we will reflect on how King’s critique of racism, economic exploitation, and militarism continues to inform contemporary movements for freedom and explore how King’s understanding of justice can inspire a better vision for how we build economic and social policy today.

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About MCF Book Club

Once a month the MCF Book Club shares the ideas of leaders who encourage us to imagine how we can radically transform our democracy, economy, and society. In partnership with Marguerite Casey Foundation, NationSwell will be rolling out collaborative MCF Book Club events throughout 2024. Learn more about MCF Book Club: Reading for a Liberated Future and stay tuned for future event announcements.