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NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention Highlights Black Voter Engagement, and More 
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NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention Highlights Black Voter Engagement, and More 

Bo Tefu and Joe W. Bowers Jr., California Black Media   October 30, 2024

Sunday, Oct 27 following four days of discussions and workshops at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott. Bringing together civil rights leaders, policymakers, and advocates from California and Hawaii, the convention operated under the theme “All In.” The participants discussed critical issues impacting Black communities, including criminal justice reform, health equity, economic empowerment, education, environmental justice, and voting rights.  

NAACP President Discusses Biden Administration Appointees and the Impact of COVID Black Americans
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NAACP President Discusses Biden Administration Appointees and the Impact of COVID Black Americans

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentJune 3, 2021

The NAACP’s mission is that everyone receives the facts they need to make the best decisions for their families and communities while the fight against the pandemic goes forward, said NAACP president Derrick Johnson. Johnson appeared for a live interview with the National Newspaper Publishers Association’s morning news program, “Let It Be Known.”

NAACP Launches ‘COVID. KNOW MORE’
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NAACP Launches ‘COVID. KNOW MORE’

NNPA NewswireMay 20, 2021

The NAACP has commissioned proprietary research, which will be featured and updated bi-monthly, taking a consistent pulse of Black America’s status and progress as we collectively progress toward full recovery. African Americans surveyed have expressed ongoing concerns about the vaccines, the rise of COVID-19 variants, public adherence to guidelines, jobs availability, safely returning to work and other factors affecting their daily lives. The key learnings from this exclusive polling will serve to fill in the information gaps, and further strengthen our communities as they build back given the expressed need for reliable updates on the factors impacting their daily lives over the coming year.

IN MEMORIAM: Civil Rights Icon Vernon Jordan Dies at 85
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IN MEMORIAM: Civil Rights Icon Vernon Jordan Dies at 85

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentMarch 4, 2021

NAACP President Derrick Johnson said the world lost an influential figure in the fight for civil rights and American politics. “An icon to the world and a lifelong friend to the NAACP, his contribution to moving our society toward justice is unparalleled,” Johnson declared. “In 2001, Jordan received the NAACP’s Spingarn Medal for a lifetime of social justice activism. His exemplary life will shine as a guiding light for all that seek truth and justice for all people.”

NAACP Announces Virtual March on Washington to Channel Momentum for Police Accountability and Voter Mobilization
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NAACP Announces Virtual March on Washington to Channel Momentum for Police Accountability and Voter Mobilization

Sentinel News ServiceJuly 23, 2020

The virtual march — which will bring forward a bold National Black agenda — will take place on August 28th, 2020, the 57th anniversary of the historic March on Washington, where the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech. Accompanying virtual events with music performances and keynote speakers will also take place on the nights of August 27th and 28th.  

Community Reinvestment Act Changes Expected to Benefit Low- and Moderate-Income Communities
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Community Reinvestment Act Changes Expected to Benefit Low- and Moderate-Income Communities

Christopher G. Cox, NNPA NewswireJanuary 3, 2020

The Community Reinvestment Act was enacted in 1977 as a direct response to redlining, an unethical practice whereby banks and other lending institutions made it extremely difficult, if not impossible, for residents of poor, inner-city communities to borrow money, get a mortgage, take out insurance or access other financial services. Redlining did not take into consideration an individual’s qualifications or creditworthiness.

Black Press of America Awards Courageous Leaders
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Black Press of America Awards Courageous Leaders

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire CorrespondentSeptember 19, 2019

The 2019 honorees are the Honorable Karen Bass, U.S. Representative (D-CA); the Honorable Elijah E. Cummings, U.S. Representative (D-MD); the Honorable Bobby Scott, U.S. Representative (D-VA); the Honorable Bennie Thompson, U.S. Representative (D-MS); Ray Curry, Secretary-Treasurer of the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agriculture (UAW); Shani W. Hosten, Vice President Multicultural Leadership, AARP; Dr. Kim Smith-Whitley, Clinical Director of Hematology and Director of the Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP); and Crystal Windham, Director, Cadillac Interior Design, General Motors.