*New York, NY — Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, Chairman of the Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) and pastor of the historic Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, New York today applauded Walmart for its decision to remove all Confederate flag merchandise from its stores and website. Richardson stated:
“In the aftermath of the murders of nine African Americans who had gathered for prayer and Bible study at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, we applaud Walmart for making the bold and morally correct decision to remove Confederate flag merchandise from their stores and web site. This decision by Walmart, the world’s largest retailer where many African Americans frequently shop, demonstrates the willingness of Walmart to take this action, as the Confederate flag is an offensive symbol for African Americans in particular and for all people of goodwill. It is our hope that other retailers will follow in the footsteps of Walmart and take the same action against the Confederate flag. Finally, we offer our sincere prayers on behalf of the families of the Emanuel Nine, and for the congregants and ministry of Mother Emanuel Church.”
The Conference of National Black Churches is comprised of the national leadership of the eight largest historically Black denominations that have a combined membership of over 15 million people and 30,000 congregations in the United States and the African Diaspora. The denominations include: African Methodist Episcopal (AME); African Methodist Episcopal Zion (AMEZ); Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME); Church of God in Christ, Inc. (COGIC); Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International; National Baptist Convention of America International, Inc.; National Baptist Convention U.S.A., Inc; and the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Inc. Its mission is to serve as a unified voice of Black religious bodies that seek to improve the quality of life for African Americans. CNBC channels its unique voice of faith into advocacy efforts in the areas of social justice, hunger, health, economic empowerment, anti-violence, and education.
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Rachel Noerdlinger
www.mercuryllc.com
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