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There was a time where we would hope for a single Black QB to get an #NFL start, let alone be drafted in the 1st rd. Now there has been 3 already taken in the first 5 picks. Congrats to Bryce, CJ, and Anthony and to all the #NFLDraft picks this evening. #Thrive

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Are you ready to make moves toward financial freedom? If building generational wealth is top of mind for you, explore Connecting to Our Financial Future, a credit education resource complete with FAQs, tips, and more. bit.ly/3U8rkN7 #FinancialLiteracyMonth

‘Fired up, fed up:’ Frost and Tennessee’s Justin Jones lead youth rally outside Capitol

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“What it means to be young in this country right now is to understand what gun violence means, it’s to understand the climate crisis, it’s to understand these issues of our time,”

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said during Wednesday's press conference. bit.ly/41U2ZgS #YoungandFedUp

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Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) rallied outside the Capitol on Wednesday with Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones (D-Nashville), in a call for gun control and an end to “attacks on democracy.” “We’…

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, and other young activists for a press conference to stand in solidarity with those who are #fedup with the endless attacks on our democracy. #YoungAndFedUp

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Apr 26

“#BlackHistory is #AmericanHistory. We have a responsibility to provide our students with a complete teaching of our nation’s history – both the good and the bad." — NAACP Pickens County Branch President Shelia Crawford Read our statement:

NAACP Files New Lawsuit Alleging Pickens County School Board Book Ban is Unconstitutional and...

The lawsuit, filed by the NAACP, the Pickens County Branch of the NAACP, and the ACLU of South Carolina aims to restore student access to critically acclaimed, educator approved book about the...

I can only imagine the concert in Heaven tonight…

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The NAACP remembers Harry Belafonte as a steadfast advocate for civil rights and a trailblazing entertainer who paved the way for the countless Black actors who followed him. We send our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones. #RestInPower bit.ly/3VdgHt1

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, Isn’t this you? What’s clear is you never put the thinking cap on if you thought we’d allow you to overstep your authority by enacting unconstitutional laws to oppress the people of Jackson. So we’ll make it as clear as clean drinking water. See you in court.

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Insiders? Outsiders as well…🤨 #LauraCoates #DonLemon

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NEW: CNN is axing Laura Coates' 11 p.m. anchor slot to save on costs, according to sources, and insiders are concerned about on-air representation businessinsider.com/cnn-laura-coat via @businessinsider

"The President's plan to confront the everyday reality of #climatechange is a necessary step to improving the lived experience and health of Black Americans across the country." — NAACP Director of Environmental and Climate Justice

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NAACP Supports Creation of New Office of Environmental Justice

#StudentDebt is holding too many people back from achieving their dream of homeownership. Let's keep the fight to #CancelStudentDebt going. Find resources, statistics, student debt stories, and more on NAACP.ORG: bit.ly/3Z2DUPL

This is long overdue. #RacialJustice

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NAACP sues Mississippi over "separate and unequal" policing

A UN human rights panel created after George Floyd's murder has arrived in the U.S. and will visit DC, Atlanta, LA, Chicago, Minneapolis & NYC They will examine law enforcement practices & if they are aligned with international human rights standards theguardian.com/world/2023/apr

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The NAACP warns that "separate and unequal policing" will return to Mississippi's majority-Black capital under a state-run police department, and the civil rights organization is suing the governor and other officials over it.

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NAACP National President Derrick Johnson said the new policing law would treat Black people as "second-class citizens."

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Earlier today, the NAACP, in partnership with

, premiered an important #EarthDay conversation on the need for safe drinking water in Black communities. Read our full statement here:

NAACP Hosts ‘Reclaiming Our Water’ Earth Day Event

NAACP Director of Environmental and Climate Justice, Abre’ Conner recently partnered with Kendrick Sampson, actor and founder of BLD PWR to discuss the need for safe drinking water in Black communi...

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Apr 22

The NAACP sues Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves after he signed legislation that allows state authorities to exert more control over law enforcement in Jackson. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/n

Governor Reeves cannot be allowed to treat the residents of the city of Jackson like second-class citizens. So, we’re suing him.

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NAACP sues after Mississippi expands control over law enforcement in Jackson

The two new state laws, which Gov. Tate Reeves signed on Friday, are discriminatory because they focus only on Jackson, a majority-Black city, the NAACP said.

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The NAACP just filed a lawsuit in response to unconstitutional legislation in #Mississippi. "Black Jacksonians need real investment in their infrastructure and complete control over the future of their city." —NAACP President and CEO

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TOMORROW at 11 a.m. ET/8 a.m. PT | Join the NAACP's

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, founder of

, for this important #EarthDay conversation: bit.ly/3AcC4Rn Tune in on the NAACP YouTube Channel or on NAACP.ORG.

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Don't miss this special #EarthDay event. This Saturday, join @MsAConner, NAACP Director of Environmental and Climate Justice, and actor @kendrick38, founder of @WeBldPwr, for a conversation about the need for safe drinking water in Black communities. bit.ly/3AcC4Rn

Clark Atlanta University Offices of Student Affairs, Counseling and Disability Services is engages Panther Nation regarding Mental Health. The 2023 Mental H...

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Watch this live event here!

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CAU Mental Health Summit

Tune in TODAY to the NAACP YouTube Channel at 12 p.m. ET for "Let's Talk: College Edition," an important conversation on mental health at Clark Atlanta University featuring our own

@wordsofwiz27

, National Director of

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. Watch it live here: bit.ly/3Lg2gRz

We like the company we keep. #InvisibleBlueCheckMark

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Tucker Carlson has a blue check. So does Sean Hannity and Elon Musk. The NAACP and NY Times don’t. I’m more than good being one of the latter.

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We're still here, but we don't give our money to union-busting billionaires. Bye bye blue check!

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Racial disparities are working against disaster recovery for people of color. Climate change could...

Values > Elon Musk being any richer #BlueCheckMark #InvisibleCheckMark

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Racial disparities are working against disaster recovery for people of color. Climate change could make it worse

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People of color in the US face heightened risks of harm from climate-induced disasters. Now, non-profits are pushing to remedy that disparity with more equitable approaches to disaster preparedness,...

Have you heard? Today, Twitter launched the invisible check mark. It verifies that you’re not wasting money on Elon Musk. We’re glad to feature it proudly on our page right here!

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No matter how big or small the act, show us how you're making a positive impact on Mother Earth by sharing a 30-60 second video of your work on the ground. #EarthDay Tag 3 friends inviting them to do the same (and tag

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"It is entirely unacceptable that the officers who are meant to 'serve and protect' allowed a man to walk free hours after shooting a child in the head." — NAACP President and CEO

bit.ly/3GVVFcj #JusticeforRalphYarl

NAACP Sends Letter to DOJ Demanding Investigation into Shooting of Ralph Yarl

It’s never too late to expand your financial knowledge. Use this new resource, developed for us, by us, to learn more about building and maintaining credit, investing, preparing to buy a home, and much more: bit.ly/3U8rkN7 #FinancialLiteracyMonth #Finanicalnclusion

Apr 19

#ClimateChange and ensuing extreme weather events will only further harm our already failing water systems. This means fewer Black communities with access to safe drinking water. Join the NAACP and

for a national day of action on #EarthDay. bit.ly/3AcC4Rn

Apr 19

Just a friendly reminder that voting for the 2023 #Webbys closes tomorrow. Thank you to all who've voted. If you haven't voted yet, there's still time to show NAACP.ORG some love. bit.ly/3U9WR19

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We need your vote! Vote for NAACP.org in @TheWebbyAwards' #Activism (Websites and Mobile Sites) category. There are just 8 days left to vote, and we're counting on your support! #Webbys bit.ly/3U9WR19

Apr 19

Are you a student who could benefit from additional funding for school or know someone who is? Visit NAACP.ORG to learn more about the scholarship opportunities available through the NAACP's Inspire Initiatives. Applications are now open! bit.ly/3GRKNwo

On #EarthDay, April 22, the NAACP and

are joining forces to highlight environmental injustices and the importance of safe drinking water in Black communities. Join us by sharing a short video showcasing how you're doing your part. Learn more: bit.ly/3AcC4Rn

"It is dangerous to be Black in America.” ICYMI: NAACP President and CEO

joined

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today to discuss the April 13 shooting of 16-year-old Ralph Yarl, white supremacy, and “The Talk.” #JusticeforRalphYarl

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Don't miss this special #EarthDay event. This Saturday, join

@MsAConner

, NAACP Director of Environmental and Climate Justice, and actor

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, founder of

Ralph Yarl shooting: Protesters criticize release of man who opened fire

, for a conversation about the need for safe drinking water in Black communities. bit.ly/3AcC4Rn

A Black kid knocks on the wrong door and is shot twice, one shot in the head! If it was your kid-you would demand Justice and the shooter be arrested and charged. We should expect and demand the same for Ralph Yarl. #naacp #justice

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The attorneys say the shooter is white and should not have been released. The Kansas City police chief says a 24-hour hold is the maximum without charges in a felony case.

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Apr 17

We shared this message two years ago today. It's heartbreaking to see that this sadly still needs to be said. #JaylandWalker #JusticeforRalphYarl

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Apparently, ringing the wrong doorbell can nearly cost you your life... if you're Black in America. The NAACP demands the Department of Justice launch an immediate investigation into the shooting of 16-year-old Ralph Yarl. #JusticeForRalphYarl #DoSomething

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Tonight, millions of Black parents across America are going to have The Talk again, this time adding another item to the list: don’t ring the wrong doorbell.

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Don't forget to register for #CRATI. The first set of virtual sessions will take place this week. Learn more here: bit.ly/3UrVWt9

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Want to learn about the #civilrights advocacy work of NAACP units? Register for the Medgar Evers Civil Rights Advocacy Training Institute (#CRATI), our annual leadership training conference designed to empower and train volunteer youth and adult leaders. bit.ly/3UrVWt9