May 14, 2026

Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org 

WASHINGTON– In the first hearing of NAACP v. Trump today, the NAACP, Common Cause, Black Voters Matter, and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law urged the court to immediately stop President Trump’s latest executive order on mail-in ballots, which would give the federal government control over how Americans vote. The executive order was released in March 2026, and the NAACP opposed it.  

Today, plaintiffs argued the executive order illegally overrides state and congressional authority to set election law. By conditioning mail-in voting to the use of an unreliable, notoriously error-ridden federal database, the order also threatens to prevent millions of eligible voters from casting ballots. Additionally, the administration’s threats of prosecution would also irreparably harm both individual voters and interfere with the success of civic engagement efforts made by organizations like the NAACP.   

“Whether by mailbox or ballot box, every American deserves the right to cast their vote,” said Derrick Johnson, NAACP President and CEO. “Mail-in ballots have long helped provide access to the democratic process for Black voters, Americans in rural communities, the military and overseas citizens, the elderly, people who can’t take off work to vote, and more. We should be focusing on ensuring that every American’s voice is heard, not limiting access to the ballot box.” 

Trump’s order creates a sweeping and confusing new system designed to give the federal executive branch veto power over who can vote. Specifically, the order: 

• Directs DHS to compile a list of purportedly eligible voters in each state, drawn from the SAVE immigration database and Social Security records — databases that are incomplete, outdated, and not designed to verify citizenship or state residence.   
• Orders the U.S. Postal Service, an independent agency, to refuse delivery of mail-in and absentee ballots for any voter not enrolled on a federally created “Mail-In and Absentee Participation List” — without any requirement to notify the voter or the state that their ballot was blocked.  
• Threatens criminal prosecution of state and local election officials, individuals, and organizations like the NAACP, Common Cause, and Black Voters Matter, that help voters cast mail-in ballots if the federal government views those voters as ineligible — an attempt to chill voter assistance work.  
• Threatens to withhold federal funding from any state that does not comply with the order’s demands. 

Last week, the NAACP filed a preliminary injunction motion to block the executive order from taking effect while the lawsuit proceeds. This move aims to prevent further interference and ensure the integrity of our nation’s elections remains in place. We will continue our fight for fair practices in America’s democratic process so every eligible voter may effectively exercise their right to vote.

To view the lawsuit, click here.

To view the preliminary injunction, click here.

Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org

WASHINGTON — In reaction to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana vs. Callais, NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson released the following statement:

“Today’s decision is a devastating blow to what remains of the Voting Rights Act, and a license for corrupt politicians who want to rig the system by silencing entire communities. The Supreme Court betrayed Black voters, they betrayed America, and they betrayed our democracy. This ruling is a major setback for our nation and threatens to erode the hard-won victories we’ve fought, bled, and died for. But the people still can fight back. Our best defense and offense is the ballot box, and we’re going to turn out voters for the midterm elections to make sure we can elect representatives who look out for us. Our democracy is crying for help.”

Kristen Clarke, NAACP General Counsel added: 

“This is one of the most-consequential and devastating rulings issued by the Supreme Court in the 21st Century. The Supreme Court has put the death knell into our nation’s most important federal civil rights law, one that provided Black Americans access to a democracy that they had long been excluded from. The ruling defies precedent, ignores statutory text, and will reverse decades of progress we have made as a nation. This will embolden lawmakers in former slave-holding states to target and eradicate districts that have provided Black Americans a fair opportunity to elect candidates of choice, and they will do so with the blessing of this Court. It ignores the tremendous sacrifice made by Americans who bled and died for passage of the Voting Rights Act.

“Expect more Americans to call into question the integrity and independence of this Court which is moving unabashedly and at lightning speed to dismantle our bedrock civil rights protections.

“The NAACP will not stand by idly in the face of this ruling which seeks to diminish our standing and render us second-class citizens. This is not a moment for any one of us to sit on the sidelines. We are witnessing the full machinery of government aided by the Court disenfranchising and silencing Black America and hijacking democracy as we know it. We will continue to fight and ensure that our voices are heard this midterm election cycle.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

April 28, 2026 
CONTACT: Communications@naacpnet.org

WASHINGTON — NAACP, One Fair Wage, labor and economic justice leaders from across the country came together at the U.S. Capitol to stand with Rep. Delia Ramirez (IL-03) while she introduced the Living Wage for All Act, a landmark federal bill co-sponsored by Rep. Analilia Mejia (NJ-11) that would raise the federal minimum wage to $25 per hour — the floor that working families need to meet the real cost of living in America today. 

The bill introduction featured Members of Congress, NAACP, national leaders from the Living Wage For All Coalition, and directly impacted workers from across sectors sharing why the affordability crisis is not just a cost-of-living crisis, but is a wage crisis, urging Congress to raise the minimum wage to a living wage to meet the true cost of living.    

“For 17 years, Washington has left the federal minimum wage at $7.25 while working people have fallen further behind,” said Derrick Johnson, President & CEO, NAACP. “Our communities don’t need lip service or slogans — they’re demanding real solutions that match the reality of this economy. A living wage is about dignity, but it is also about who holds power in this country. It’s tied to every other fight for civil rights — from racial justice, to voting rights, to economic opportunity. When people are denied fair wages, they are denied the ability to fully participate in our democracy. The NAACP stands with this coalition and applauds the introduction of the Living Wage for All Act because civil rights, racial justice, and economic justice are inseparable.” 

“This is a worker-led movement that has grown from the groundbreaking Fight for $15 into a nationwide push for a true living wage. Across the country — from California to the Midwest to the East Coast — workers are organizing for $25 and $30 because that is what it takes to live. The polling shows this is not just popular, it is necessary. And ‘for all’ means exactly that: no worker left behind. This is what it looks like when politics begins to catch up to reality — and when democracy delivers real improvements in people’s lives, it becomes tangible. A living wage is how we make that promise real.” — Saru Jayaraman, President, One Fair Wage

The legislation sits at the center of a rapidly expanding national push to match wages with the real cost of living. The federal minimum wage has remained stuck at $7.25 since 2009. For more than 17 years, workers have absorbed rising costs for rent, groceries, childcare, and healthcare while their wages have remained stagnant. The Living Wage for All Act establishes a new national wage floor grounded in economic reality, not political compromise. 

Watch the full press conference here. 
 
Background: The Living Wage for All Act would raise the federal minimum wage to $25 per hour through a phased approach that reflects both the cost of living and the structure of the modern economy. 

The bill establishes a two-track phase-in, requiring large, highly profitable corporations to lead the transition. Large employers would reach $25 by 2031, while smaller employers would phase in more gradually, reaching $25 by 2038. 

To ensure wages do not fall behind again, the bill includes a built-in standard that keeps the minimum wage aligned with typical wages across the economy. As the economy grows and wages rise, the minimum wage would rise with it. 

The legislation also eliminates all subminimum wages, including tipped workers, youth workers, and workers with disabilities — ensuring that every worker is guaranteed a full wage from their employer, with no exceptions. 

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Living Wage For All Coalition 

The Living Wage for All Coalition is a national campaign of more than 100 labor, community, civil rights, and economic justice organizations working together to win a living wage for every worker in America. The coalition is advancing a multi-level strategy through federal legislation, state ballot measures, and local campaigns to raise wages, end all subminimum wages, and ensure that work pays enough to meet the real cost of living — with no exceptions. 

NAACP 

The NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for the civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities. 

One Fair Wage 

One Fair Wage is a national organization of nearly 300,000 service workers, over 1000 restaurant employers, and dozens of organizations nationwide all working together to raise wages for all workers, end all subminimum wages in the United States, and improve working conditions in the service sector in particular. One Fair Wage policy would require all employers to pay the full minimum wage with fair, non-discriminatory tips on top, thus lifting millions of tipped and subminimum wage workers nationally out of poverty. For more information, visit www.onefairwage.org. 

National Education Association 

The National Education Association is the largest labor union in the United States, representing more than 3 million educators, school staff, and education professionals across the country. NEA advocates for public education, economic justice, and the success of every student, working to ensure that schools are well-funded, educators are respected, and communities are supported. 

Center for Popular Democracy 

The Center for Popular Democracy is a national network of community-based organizations that builds power to advance racial and economic justice. CPD partners with grassroots groups across the country to win progressive policy change through organizing, advocacy, and electoral campaigns, with a focus on expanding democracy, raising wages, and creating an economy that works for all. 

Policy Link  

PolicyLink is a national research and action institute advancing racial and economic equity by Lifting Up What Works®. Through research, advocacy, and partnerships with communities, PolicyLink works to ensure that all people — especially those in low-income communities and communities of color — can participate in and benefit from a just and fair economy. PolicyLink develops data-driven solutions and policy strategies that address income inequality, expand opportunity, and build an inclusive economy nationwide. 

The NAACP Virginia State Conference, in collaboration with Virginia Housing, will host its 2026 Housing Justice Conference on Thursday, May 21, 2026, bringing together advocates, community leaders, policymakers, and partners from across the Commonwealth for a full‑day exploration of how housing instability shapes every aspect of community life. The conference will take place from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm at the Virginia Housing Conference Center, located at 4224 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA.

This year’s theme, “The Intersection of Housing Instability: Community Health, Crime & Education,” underscores the urgent need to address how housing inequities reverberate across every major system in the Commonwealth. As highlighted in the conference materials, “when families lack stable housing, entire systems absorb the impact.” The event will convene advocates, community leaders, policymakers, and partners to explore solutions that advance the NAACP’s mission of political, educational, social, and economic equality.

Rev. Cozy Bailey, President of the NAACP Virginia State Conference, emphasized the importance of this moment:

“Housing is not just a policy issue — it is a justice issue. When families are forced into instability, their health suffers, their children’s education suffers, and their safety suffers. This conference is about bringing Virginia together to confront these truths and commit to real, lasting change.”

The Housing Justice Conference will offer attendees the opportunity to learn from experts, engage with NAACP leadership, and explore actionable solutions to strengthen communities across Virginia.

The day will feature a robust lineup of panels and presentations, including:

• Housing’s Impact on Criminal Justice
• Environmental Justice & Housing Conditions
• Housing Instability & Education
• Housing & Community Health
• Economic Justice & Housing Equity
• The Reality of Affordable Housing & Fair Housing Discussion
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Speakers and moderators include leaders from across the housing, legal, education, environmental justice, and public health sectors. The agenda also includes a community open forum, providing space for residents and advocates to share lived experiences and priorities.

“Every community in Virginia is touched by housing instability, and every community has a role to play in the solution,” stated Tracey Hardney‑Scott, NAACP Virginia State Conference Housing Committee Chair. “This conference is designed to move us from conversation to coordinated action. When we strengthen housing, we strengthen the entire foundation of opportunity for our families.”

Registration is $25, and space is limited.

Registration is open and will close on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Participants may register at www.naacpva.org/events.

For more information, contact info@naacpva.org or follow @naacpvirginia on social media.

In an Unprecedented First, NAACP Calls for President Trump to be Removed from Office under 25th Amendment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 7, 2026

Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org

WASHINGTON  — The NAACP demands urgent action to invoke the 25th Amendment in response to alarming signs of President Trump’s deteriorating health and increasingly delusional behavior. This is the first time the NAACP has ever called for the 25th Amendment to be invoked. The rhetoric and actions emanating from the highest office in the land has reached a level of instability that poses a direct threat to the well-being of millions of Americans and the integrity of our armed forces. 

In recent weeks, the president’s erratic statements and actions have raised grave concerns about his ability to fulfill the duties of his office. This is not merely a matter of political disagreement; it is a matter of national security, global stability, and the very fabric of our democracy. 

“This president is unfit, unwell, and unhinged,” said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “The rhetoric and behavior we are witnessing from Trump isn’t just alarming, it’s dangerous. When the person entrusted with the highest office in the land demonstrates a disregard for truth, stability, and the well-being of the American people, it’s a threat to the entire nation and the world. Trump must be immediately removed from office.” 

The potential for a leader unable to think clearly or act decisively jeopardizes our military readiness and undermines public trust at a time when unity and strength are paramount.

The 25th Amendment provides a critical mechanism for addressing presidential incapacity, and we cannot afford to ignore its provisions.

Over the weekend, on Easter Sunday, President Trump shared a peculiar and concerning threat on his Truth Social account which has called many to question his sanity. This is one of many recent actions that has triggered public concern.

The NAACP stands firm in advocating for the rights and safety of all Americans. We urge the Vice President and the Cabinet to act with the urgency this situation demands. Our democracy, our armed forces, and the safety of our citizens depend on decisive action now. We call on all leaders to prioritize the health of our nation and uphold the principles enshrined in our Constitution.

Press Statement March 25, 2026

Civil Rights Giant, Legal Expert Kristen Clarke Joins NAACP as General Counsel

The NAACP today announced that Kristen Clarke, one of the nation’s most respected civil rights attorneys and legal advocates, has been appointed General Counsel of the Association. The move comes as the Trump Administration works to erode democratic institutions and dismantle civil rights protections. To meet the moment, the NAACP is expanding its own capabilities and ramping up its investment in its legal advocacy efforts by hiring the former senior Justice Department official to fight back. Clarke’s appointment marks a pivotal moment for the NAACP as it mobilizes its legal firepower to protect the right to vote and doubles down on its mission to secure the civil and human rights of Black Americans and all people across the country.

“Kristen Clarke is exactly the legal mind this moment demands,” said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “Her record of fearless advocacy, leadership, and deep commitment to justice makes her the ideal General Counsel to help chart our path forward. As we face unprecedented attacks on voting and civil rights, having Kristen Clarke at the helm of our legal operations brings strategic vision, disciplined leadership, and innovative advocacy. It’s a new day at the NAACP’s Office of General Counsel.”

As General Counsel, Clarke will oversee the NAACP’s legal strategy and operations, leading litigation efforts and the Association’s team of legal scholars, advising senior leadership and the Board of Directors on legal matters, and representing the Association in key legal proceedings addressing the most pressing civil rights and social justice issues of our time. She will work closely with NAACP program teams to ensure the Association’s advocacy, policy, and legal work remain coordinated and impactful, and rooted in the lived experiences of the communities across the country that are the lifeblood of the Association’s efforts.

“The NAACP has stood on the front lines of justice for over a century, and I’m deeply honored to join this historic organization at this critical moment in our democracy,” said Kristen Clarke, NAACP General Counsel. “Our communities are under relentless attack — from the ballot box to their wallets — and this moment demands that we use the full weight of the law to promote justice and accountability. Together, we will protect the right to vote, challenge discrimination in all its forms, and ensure that Black America’s voice is heard loud and clear.”

Clarke brings a distinguished record of leadership, management, expertise, and legal scholarship to this role. Most recently, Clarke was the 19th Assistant Attorney General for

Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice – the first woman and Black woman to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate to hold this position. As Assistant Attorney General, she led the nation’s largest civil rights law enforcement office and oversaw landmark enforcement actions protecting voting rights, combating hate crimes, advancing police accountability, and expanding equal access to education, employment, and housing. Prior to that, she has held national civil rights leadership roles, including recent service as president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. She also continues to serve as a professor at Howard University School of Law, where she works to train future civil rights lawyers, while producing scholarship on hate crimes and civil rights law generally.

The NAACP also announced that Janette McCarthy Wallace, who has served as General Counsel for nearly 5 years and on the NAACP’s legal team for over 9 years, has transitioned to the role of Special Counsel, where she will continue to contribute her deep expertise and institutional knowledge to the Association’s critical work.

“We’re deeply grateful for Janette’s steadfast service and leadership,”continued Johnson. “Her continued contributions as Special Counsel will be invaluable as we forge ahead.”

Clarke’s appointment reflects the NAACP’s commitment to building a powerful, well-resourced legal operation capable of confronting the most pressing civil rights challenges of the day, such as restoring the role of government to serving the public at large and confronting attempts to weaken democracy overall. At this pivotal moment in our nation’s history, the Association is escalating its work to protect voting rights, combat voter suppression, protect civil rights and liberties, and ensure that every eligible American can participate fully in our society.

March 10, 2026 
Contact: Chyna Fields, cfields@naacpnet.org 

WASHINGTON – The NAACP, in collaboration with Sanofi, released the findings of the ACE Your Health Community Wellness Survey, one of the largest contemporary grassroots assessments of community health resources in the United States. The report, with nearly 23,000 respondents across 47 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, provides insights into the real-world conditions that drive health outcomes, from the quality of housing and access to transportation to the pervasive impact of chronic stress. 
 

The survey’s findings underscore a critical truth: health is shaped long before a person enters a doctor’s office. While the data show strong neighborhood infrastructure in many communities — with 92% of respondents reporting access to green spaces and 94% having a grocery store nearby — they also reveal persistent, structural inequities. 

Key findings from the report include: 

• Health Burden is High: 63% percent of respondents report living with at least one chronic health condition, a number that increases with age and decreases with income.
• Income Dictates Access: Respondents with lower incomes are significantly less likely to live near quality hospitals, more likely to struggle with housing costs, and face greater barriers to reliable transportation.
• Strong Neighborhood Infrastructure is Widespread: 94% of respondents reported having a grocery store in their neighborhood. And nearly three-quarters (71%) of respondents reported feeling safe in their neighborhoods.
• Trust in Healthcare is a Factor: While 76% of respondents believe local providers understand their community’s cultural needs, significant gaps remain. Only one in three Black or African American respondents felt providers understood their needs “very much so,” with many reporting feeling dismissed or unheard.
• Chronic Stress is Pervasive: Qualitative analysis identified chronic stress as the most dominant influence on health — driven by financial strain, unsafe neighborhoods, caregiving burdens, and discrimination.
• Digital Connectivity is the Norm: 72% of respondents have broadband internet, but households with low incomes rely more heavily on cellular data or public Wi-Fi, impacting access to telehealth and economic opportunity.  

The report identifies five national priority areas where advocacy and investment by experts working to advance health equity can generate the most meaningful change: Housing and Environmental Conditions; Transportation Access; Affordable and Culturally Responsive Care; Food Access and Cost; and Chronic Stress and Caregiving Burden. 
 

“This report confirms what our communities have been saying for generations: your zip code can be a more powerful determinant of your health than your genetic code,” said Dr. Chris Pernell, Director of the NAACP Center for Health Equity. “The ACE Your Health survey moves beyond data points to capture the lived experience of our communities. We cannot treat our way out of this crisis. We must address the root causes: the aging apartments with mold that trigger asthma, the unreliable buses that make it difficult to attend appointments, and the chronic stress of financial insecurity that wears down the body. These findings are a roadmap for policymakers and health leaders to invest in the conditions that create health, not just treat the sickness that results from their absence.” 
 

The collaboration between the NAACP and Sanofi reflects a shared commitment to moving beyond dialogue to drive tangible change. By combining grassroots engagement with rigorous science-based analyses, the ACE Your Health report provides actionable intelligence for local leaders, policy experts, advocates, and health systems. 
 

“The voices of nearly 23,000 people are a powerful reminder that health is shaped, or undermined, long before anyone walks into a doctor’s office. Our collaboration with the NAACP on the ACE Your Health report reflects Sanofi’s belief that the most powerful innovations happen when we act with communities, not just for them, to address the root causes of health inequity,” said Tanisha M. Sullivan, Head, External Engagement and Health Equity Strategy at Sanofi. “These findings give policymakers, health systems, and local leaders the evidence they need to invest in the conditions that truly create health. That is how we build a future where your zip code no longer determines your well-being.” 
 

The report includes city-specific data swaths for fifteen metropolitan areas, enabling local stakeholders to address the unique challenges in their communities. The NAACP will use these findings to inform its advocacy, drive targeted investments, and empower communities to shape their own health futures. 
 

To download the full ACE Your Health Community Wellness Survey Report, visit our website.

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Tell Congress to Vote NO on the SAVE Act

SINK THE SAVE ACT

The SAVE Act has once again reared its head in Congress. 

SAVE Act supporters, aka those who want to suppress votes, will lie and tell you that the SAVE Act is “just a voter ID bill” or that it’s to “stop voter fraud.” Don’t believe the hype. Despite the name, the SAVE Act is nothing more than voter suppression disguised as voter protection.  

Their real goal is to stop people from voting. This isn’t about making elections safer — it’s about politicians picking their voters. They’re targeting our communities, trying to game the system to hold onto power ahead of the midterm elections in November. 

We’ve got to Sink the SAVE Act before it’s too late. 

If passed, the SAVE Act would hurt the Black Community’s ability to vote.

• This law could block married women from voting because her driver’s license has her married name, but her voter registration has her maiden name.
• It could turn away grandma or pop who doesn’t have a current ID because they no longer drive.
• A college student whose campus address doesn’t match their ID could be stopped from voting.
• The SAVE Act would demand proof of citizenship before voting but over 9% of voting age Americans (21.3 million people) cannot readily access citizenship documents. Eleven percent or 8.4 million people of color can’t access those documents either.
• It creates more red tape and confusion, leading to longer lines and people being wrongly turned away at the polls — especially in Black and Brown neighborhoods.

WHY THIS MATTERS 

When they silence our vote, they silence our demands for better hospitals, good-paying jobs, and fair policing. This is how they stop progress.

They are using fear and division around immigration and false claims of voter fraud to pass a law that will ultimately strip power from all of us, particularly naturalized citizens, Black people and other communities of color.

We should be making voting more accessible, not inventing new hoops for people to jump through. Our focus should be on the issues that matter, like healthcare and economic security.

This is why we must all vote in November, to stop our elections from being rigged and to keep this president and his administration accountable.  

kjones@naacpva.org | (540) 449-4742 

NAACP Backs Virginia Redistricting Effort to Protect Black Representation and  Defend Democracy 

Richmond, Virginia – The NAACP announced its full support for fair redistricting efforts underway in Virginia to  protect Black political representation and democracy, and to ensure that every voter’s voice is heard. The  support for redistricting efforts in Virginia follows the Association’s litigation against the States of Texas and Missouri over their unconstitutional attempts to manipulate voting maps and disenfranchise Black  voters. 

Across the country, we are witnessing a campaign to suppress Black political power through racial  gerrymandering, voter intimidation, and legislative manipulation. The ultimate goal of that campaign is to  redefine the role of the government so that it serves the wealthy few. From Virginia to California, the NAACP is  challenging these anti-democratic tactics head-on through mobilization, litigation, and education to ensure  every community has a fair voice in our democracy. 

“The right to vote means little if the power of that vote is stolen through unfair maps,” said Derrick Johnson,  President and CEO of the NAACP. “Redistricting is not a partisan issue — it’s a democratic one. When Black  communities lose the ability to elect candidates who represent our needs, our entire democracy suffers. The  NAACP will continue to fight, in Virginia and across the nation, to make sure our maps – and our democracy – reflect people. Voters choose our politicians. Not the other way around.” 

The NAACP Virginia State Conference has been at the forefront of the fight to protect democracy in the state.  In the lead-up to the November 4 election, the NAACP launched a comprehensive campaign to mobilize Black  voters. This multifaceted initiative includes recruiting and training volunteers, activating a robust legal network,  voter education, SMS campaigns, phone banking, canvassing, and community partnerships. 

“The people of Virginia deserve fair maps that reflect our true diversity — not ones drawn to dilute our power,”  said Rev. Cozy Bailey, President of the NAACP Virginia State Conference. “Our mission is simple: to make  sure Black voters in Virginia are seen, heard, and represented. Redistricting must protect democracy, not  partisan interests.” 

Fair maps and free elections are the foundation of democracy. The NAACP will continue to stand in that gap,  defending every Black voter’s right to be heard and every Black community’s right to be represented. To learn  more about how NAACP is fighting to defend democracy, visit our website, naacp.org. 

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ABOUT THE NAACP VIRGINIA STATE CONFERENCE 

Founded in 1935, the NAACP Virginia State Conference is the oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization in  the Commonwealth, overseeing over 100 NAACP branches, youth councils, and college chapters. The NAACP Virginia  State Conference is focused on being the preeminent voice of Black Virginians and advocating for policies and programs  to benefit Black Virginians and people of color. You can read more about the NAACP Virginia State Conference’s work by  visiting www.naacpva.org. 

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