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Former Black Panther, historian coming to PCC
Photos and story by James Hill
David Hilliard, a former Black Panther Party Chief of Staff, is coming to PCC to speak about the racial divisions in America today. A book signing will follow each appearance. It’s free admission, but seating is limited.
Hilliard was involved in every major activity of the best-recognized African American organization of the 1960s and 70s. He is author of the book, “This Side of Glory,” a personal narrative of the Black Panthers. Hilliard is also an authority on the life, legacy, and intellectual history of Black Panther founder and leader Huey P. Newton.
Wednesday, Oct. 13
6 p.m. (Book signing to follow)
PCC Cascade Campus, MAHB Auditorium room 104
Thursday, Oct. 14
11 a.m. (Book signing to follow)
PCC Sylvania Campus, PAC Auditorium
Doors will open 15 minutes prior to each talk and American Sign Language interpretation available, please request in advance. For more information, please contact Kendi Esary, kesary@pcc.edu or (503) 978-5781.
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »