NEWS RELEASE – April 15, 2008

FRIDAY’S LUNCHEON LECTURE: 1968 Democratic National Convention

In August, delegates to the Democratic National Convention will nominate a candidate for president. Two strong candidates are seeking the nomination. The war in Iraq may be a factor. For some people, there are remarkable parallels with 1968 when Democratic Party delegates argued violently over two other candidates: Eugene McCarthy and Hubert Humphrey. The party was badly split over the Vietnam War and how to end it.

On Friday, April 18, North Central Michigan College’s Luncheon Lecture will take a closer look at the tumultuous 1968 Democratic convention. Adjunct instructor Phil Moore, who has been heavily involved in the civil rights movement since his days as a student at Harvard and the University of Chicago Law School, will talk about the most significant political convention of the 20th century. His presentation will include photos of the event that were locked away for decades.

Friday’s program takes place at noon in the college library. Cost to attend is $9. Reservations are preferred; call 231-348-6602 or e-mail cmaci@ncmich.edu.

North Central Michigan College is an open-door community college based in Petoskey. Through its University Center partnerships, students can take courses leading to certificates, bachelor’s and master’s degrees from participating universities. North Central’s Institute for Business & Industry Training offers non-credit job skills training tailored to meet individual needs. In addition to its main campus in Petoskey, North Central offers classes, academic advising, testing and other services in Cheboygan, Gaylord and East Jordan.

For more information:
Charles MacInnis
231-348-6839