Seattle Weekly
For those that are politically minded and like their hip-hop served up with a Dead Prez style leftest edge, there’s a conference and music showcase happening today at the Umoja P.E.A.C.E. Center that could do you some good. Located in the city’s Central District, the Umoja P.E.A.C.E. Center is already a hub for left-leaning activists and a gathering place for people of color so it’s no surprise that they’re sponsoring this event today dedicated to discussing the legacy and ideals of Malcolm X on the heels of his birthday. They’ll have a number of workshops based on the philosophies of Malcolm X taking place from 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. and they’ve also got former congresswoman and 2008 Green Party presidential candidate Cynthia McKinney giving a keynote address. The hip-hop performances start at 1:30 and should run until 6 or 7 p.m.