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Sixty-three years ago today, Medgar Evers returned home to his family only to be met with an assassin's bullet before he could even reach his front door.
The 37-year old father of three, husband, and NAACP leader's life and voice were stolen from us in a senseless act of racial violence.
Today, we honor his courage, his sacrifice, and his unwavering dedication to the fight for justice, equity, and voting rights.
His legacy lives on in each of us. May the movement continue to move forward in his memory.
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The fight in Tennessee is bigger than one map.
Across the country, we're seeing a coordinated push to weaken Black voting power and redraw the lines of our democracy. We just joined the NAACP Tennessee State Conference, impacted voters, and co-counsels the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and LDF to file a motion to block Tennessee's newly enacted congressional map, which dismantles the state's only majority-Black district.
We're asking the court to act now, before the 2026 elections, because the harm here cannot be undone. Once ballots are cast under an unfair map, Black voters can lose representation that no ruling can give back.
"Make no mistake, what we are seeing in Tennessee and across the South is an undeniable effort to strip Black voters of their power and their voice." —@KristenClarkeJD, NAACP General Counsel naacp.org/articles/naacp-fil…
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The NAACP today announced the launch of the NAACP Advancement List, a new national recognition initiative designed to celebrate and elevate the extraordinary accomplishments of Black leaders, innovators, creators, and change agents across every industry.
From business and technology to entertainment, education, healthcare, public service, advocacy, and beyond, the NAACP Advancement List will honor individuals whose work is driving meaningful progress for Black communities and shaping the future of America.
Learn more: naacp.org/articles/naacp-cel…
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The NAACP is condemning the U.S. Supreme Court's latest decision allowing Alabama to use a congressional map previously found to be intentionally discriminatory against Black voters, warning that the ruling marks another dangerous step in the dismantling of voting rights in the state and across the country.
The Court's action follows its most recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais, which has triggered racial gerrymandering efforts across the South.
Read more: naacp.org/articles/naacp-con…
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NAACP retweeted
May 26
Today, democracy won in South Carolina. By shutting down this late-decade redistricting attempt, the voices of voters will prevail. This decision not only protects our communities but ensures power remains with the people.
May 26
BREAKING: South Carolina's Senate rejects President Trump's push to redraw U.S. House districts to try to get Republicans an extra seat. apnews.com/article/redistric…
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Today, the Alabama Federal Court rejected a new gerrymandered map, ruling that it was discriminatory to Black voters in the state. NAACP President and CEO @DerrickNAACP had this to say:
"We applaud the Alabama Federal Court’s ruling today, preserving Black representation. Redrawing maps to silence the voices of entire communities cannot be tolerated. It goes against the very values of democracy that our ancestors fought and died for.
Our chapters in Alabama mobilized to reject this map, and we will continue to fight across the country to protect our voice. Today’s ruling is good news, but we know it is not the end of this fight."
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Today, the NAACP gathered on the steps of the Tennessee Supreme Court following oral arguments in NAACP, Gloria Sweet-Love, et. al v. The State of Tennessee Governor, et. al, challenging the unlawful process leading to adoption of the state's racially discriminatory Congressional map.
The emergency lawsuit challenges a 48-hour special session carried out by state lawmakers earlier this month as both unlawful and unconstitutional.
“Across the South we are witnessing officials recklessly moving to dismantle Congressional districts that have provided Black communities a voice in our democracy. It is not surprising that in their mad dash to disenfranchise Black voters, they are breaking laws, defying rules and running afoul of state constitutional guardrails." — NAACP General Counsel @KristenClarkeJD naacp.org/articles/naacp-fig…
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Lawmakers across the South are actively working to weaken our votes. We refuse to let that happen.
Our vote is our power, and fair representation is worth every bit of the fight.
Today, we are taking a stand and making our voices heard at the Mississippi Fights Back! Rally for Voting Rights.
Tune in live for @nativelandpod's town hall during the rally: youtube.com/watch?v=iWvFeGdT…
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NAACP retweeted
May 19
MORE: NAACP mobilizes Black athletes to withhold commitments from major football programs in the South after gutting of Voting Rights Act and immediate gerrymandering
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The NAACP is taking a stand. Today, we launch the #OutofBounds campaign, a national call to action for Black athletes, families, fans, and allies.
In response to states erasing Black voting representation after the Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais decision, we are demanding accountability.
"Out of Bounds is our answer: we are naming the contradiction, and we are calling on Black athletes, families, fans, and consumers to act on it. The same power that built these programs can be redirected." —NAACP President and CEO @DerrickNAACP
This is about more than sports. It’s about justice. Learn more and join the movement: naacp.org/articles/naacp-cal…
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Our right to vote is facing new threats, but we are standing our ground.
Following the Supreme Court's Callais decision, NAACP is uniting with over 90 organizations to defend fair representation across the South. We are organizing, mobilizing, and building power for the road ahead.
Tune in live for All Roads Lead to the South TOMORROW, May 16, at 1 p.m. ET: naacp.org/events/all-roads-l…
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The NAACP is fighting to block Trump’s executive order on mail-in ballots, which threatens millions of voters.
"Whether by mailbox or ballot box, every American deserves the right to cast their vote." —NAACP President and CEO @DerrickNAACP
We’ve filed a motion to stop this order and protect democracy. naacp.org/articles/naacp-civ…
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TONIGHT | We're mobilizing against unfair redistricting efforts that undermine our community's right to vote.
Join us at 7:30 p.m. ET to learn how to take action and protect your vote. Watch live: naacp.org/events/all-units-c…
Attacks on fair representation are happening right now. Legislatures are rushing to redraw maps and silence the political voice of Black communities across the country.
This moment demands organized action and collective power.
Join us on Thursday, May 14, as we break down the immediate threats to our vote and learn more about how we can fight back. naacp.org/events/all-units-c…
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Attacks on fair representation are happening right now. Legislatures are rushing to redraw maps and silence the political voice of Black communities across the country.
This moment demands organized action and collective power.
Join us on Thursday, May 14, as we break down the immediate threats to our vote and learn more about how we can fight back. naacp.org/events/all-units-c…
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In a democracy, the voters decide. Today, the Virginia Supreme Court chose to silence them.
Just weeks ago, Virginians approved a temporary redistricting referendum to keep extremist lawmakers accountable. The NAACP proudly mobilized across the Commonwealth, contacting over 150,000 Black voters to help secure this victory.
By overturning this measure, the Court has rejected the clear will of the people. We are exploring all legal and legislative avenues to restore the will of the voters and ensure equal representation for every American. naacp.org/articles/naacp-con…
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Tennessee’s lawmakers passed maps to redraw the state’s only majority-Black district. This move divides the Black vote and minimizes its influence.
Today, the NAACP Tennessee State Conference filed a lawsuit to block the State’s plan to silence Black representation.
This fight is about protecting our voting rights, our voices, and our democracy.
“A democracy without Black representation is not a democracy. It is a direct attack on our democracy and our Constitution to dismantle majority-Black districts,” said @KristenClarkeJD, NAACP General Counsel. naacp.org/articles/naacp-sue…
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NAACP retweeted
🔥 @SekouFranklin: “A stain on the legacy of Tennessee.”
Sekou put on a clinic, schooling Tennessee Senate Republicans about why @SenJohnson’s bill carrying (racist) water for @GovBillLee & Trump and stripping representation from majority-Black Memphis would be a disgrace.
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For over 60 years, Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown has been a tireless champion for justice and equality.
This July, we will honor him with the 111th Spingarn Medal during the 117th #NationalConvention in Chicago for his contributions.
From his early days fighting on the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement to his enduring advocacy for economic justice, educational equity, criminal justice reform, and global human rights, Rev. Dr. Brown’s legacy is woven into the fabric of our civil rights history. naacp.org/articles/legendary…
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