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 In this series of talks Afro-Venezuelan leaders will discuss race, social inclussion, legislation and the construction of Venezuela's XXI Century Socialism. On a special event on Saturday April 3^rd,they will be joined by Bill Fletcher, former President of Trans Africa Forum and co-author of “Solidarity Divided: The Crisis of Organized Labor and a New Path to Social Justice”.

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In this conversation our speakers will consider race and Venezuela’s 21st Century socialism. They will be joined by community leaders and activists in a spirited 2-hour meeting that will include a light refreshments and Venezuelan cuisine.

Modesto Ruiz Espinoza
The Honorable Modesto Ruiz Espinoza is an Venezuelan legislator of African heritage. He is President of the Sub-Committee for Legislation, Participation, Rights and Duties of Afro- Venezuelans and co-author of the Bill Against Racial Discrimination and other Related Forms of Intolerance.