Oliver-Velez exhorted us to share our stories and the stories of others who have fought, and sometimes died, for justice with our children. We must continue to connect, to build, and to move towards more healing, community, and justice in the world. In her words: “We have no excuse.”

Carleigh attends the "Good Trouble Rally" in Portsmouth where she met with local activists, listened to some great protest music, and reconnected with some of her day-one supporters. Protests and rallies like these have really taken off since Trump took office in January, and the momentum is growing for a people-powered democracy that respects human rights and the dignity of all people.

On Saturday, Carleigh joined the unveiling of the Black Heritage Trail marker at the Hampton Town Library, honoring the life of Dinah Small Burdoo - the last formerly enslaved person to live in Hampton. Read more on the Seacoast online.