Black Men in Unions 2026: Feb 19-22
January 24, 2026, 10am
Join CLCS for a panel discussion about how workers and communities can be vocal and powerful participants in our democracy, beyond the ballot box.
In the aftermath of “No Kings” and the 2025 elections, many are asking “what now?”. How do movements capture momentum to organize toward real power? Our panel will talk protest, community organizing, and labor’s role in political fights.
Panelists:
Brianna Foraker: Lead Organizer, AFT-MI 6244; Ferndale Library Board of Directors; Metro Detroit DSA
David Reynolds: CLCS Director Emeritus, EMU PoliSci Professor
Lara Rusch: Director, UM-Dearborn Community Change Studies
Branden Snyder: State Director, MI Working Families Party
Dom Bouavichith: CLCS staff, rank-and-file organizer (AFT-MI 284) (moderator)