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Rev. Barber Launches National Poor People's Campaign Revival

2/22/2026

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Rev. William J. Barber II announced plans for a national Poor People's Campaign, building on Moral Mondays.
The Moral Mondays movement began in 2013 to pursue civil disobedience and coalition-building with labor organizations.
Protests contributed to political shifts, including lower approval for Governor Pat McCrory and Medicaid expansion in 2023.
As the U.S. faces similar challenges, the lessons from North Carolina remain relevant.

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Rev. William J. Barber II announced plans for a national Poor People's Campaign, building on Moral Mondays.
The Moral Mondays movement began in 2013 to pursue civil disobedience and coalition-building with labor organizations.
Protests contributed to political shifts, including lower approval for Governor Pat McCrory and Medicaid expansion in 2023.
As the U.S. faces similar challenges, the lessons from North Carolina remain relevant.