New York City Mayor Adams bestows proclamation in honor of Clarence B. Jones

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- For Black History Month, New York City bestowed a huge honor to a pioneering civil rights attorney who served as a speechwriter and friend to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

On Tuesday, Mayor Eric Adams issued a proclamation, declared Feb. 27, Clarence B. Jones Day in the city.
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Dr. Jones served as counsel, speechwriter and strategic advisor to King.



In addition to his contributions, the 93-year-old currently serves as the Chairman of Spill the Honey, a foundation that inspires action against racism and antisemitism through art and education.

On March 7, Dr. Jones will take part in a conversation with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and Gayle King at The 92nd Street Y.
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The discussion will focus on the historic bonds between Black and Jewish communities in the struggle for equality in America.



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