NAACP and USC (University of South Carolina) Students Unite in Call to CANCEL Kamala Harris ‘Roast’ | VIDEO
*Kamala Harris may be the apple of the Democratic Party’s eye as their 2024 presidential election nominee, but she looks to be anything but for one organization, in light of a planned “roast” of her at the University of South Carolina (USC). Newsmax reports the NAACP has joined forces with a group of students from […]
As the NAACP Turns 113, its Looking Upgrade and Evolve – Says Nat’l President Derrick Johnson
*(Via LA Times) – As the NAACP turns 113, look for its voice to grow louder on issues like climate change, the student debt crisis and the ongoing response to the pandemic — while keeping voting rights and criminal justice reform at the forefront of its priorities. The nation’s oldest civil rights organization’s birthday next […]
NAACP President and CEO, Derrick Johnson Blasts Not Guilt Verdict in Kyle Rittenhouse Trial
*Here is a statement from Derrick Johnson, NAACP President and CEO, regarding the NOT guilty verdict in the trail of Kyle Rittenhouse. “The verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse case is a travesty and fails to deliver justice on behalf of those who lost their lives as they peacefully assembled to protest against police brutality and […]
NAACP President: Exploration of Reparations for Black Americans is ‘Necessary’ (Watch)
*Derrick Johnson, CEO and President of the NAACP, told CNBC that the civil rights organization supports legislation reintroduced by Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) to create a formal commission to explore reparation options for Black Americans. “This is the initiating process that members of Congress, particularly members of the Congressional Black Caucus, have been pushing […]
President/CEO of the NAACP Calls for Impeachment of Donald Trump
*This afternoon, the NAACP released the following statement from NAACP President Derrick Johnson on the disruption of peaceful transition of power and calls for the impeachment of President Trump: “What we are witnessing at this moment is the manifestation and culmination of reckless leadership, a pervasive misuse of power, and anarchy. This is not protesting […]
Join This Important Zoom: ‘BROKERING REAL CHANGE: Roundtable Discussion on the Landmark CBS/NAACP Partnership’
*The landmark production partnership between CBS and the NAACP will be the focus of a zoom panel discussion on Friday, Dec. 18. Two of the integral dealmakers behind the pact announced in July – NAACP President Derrick Johnson and attorney Darrell D. Miller, Esq., Partner, Fox Rothschild – will discuss the deal’s timeliness and significance […]
The Journal of Steffanie Rivers: Biden’s Leaked Audio Proves Black Agenda Not A Priority!
*Leaked audio from a recent zoom call reveals Joe Biden could be headed for a lame-duck presidency from day one, at least when it comes to the Black agenda. The call between Biden and a handful of political leaders revealed how Biden really feels about Black people who say they are disappointed so far with […]
Jimmy Fallon Talks About His Blackface ‘Mistake’, Racism, Black Lives Matter & More with NAACP President (Watch)
*A solemn Jimmy Fallon started Monday’s “Tonight Show” by addressing his past moment of blackface. “I’m horrified and I’m sorry and I’m embarrassed,” he said of donning blackface to portray Chris Rock in a past “Saturday Night Live” skit. Fallon spoke about going against professionals who advised him to stay quiet until the hubbub blows […]
NAACP President/CEO Condemns Current State of Coronavirus Legislation
Calls it A ‘Companies over People’ Stimulus Relief Bill
NAACP Calls for Justice in Stephon Clark Case
*BALTIMORE — The nation’s foremost civil rights organization joins its NAACP Sacramento Branch in condemning Sacramento District Attorney Marie Schubert’s decision to not charge Sacramento Police officers Terrence Mercadel and Jared Robinet with murder for the killing of 22 year old Stephon Clark –an unarmed father and husband. “The decision to view the shooting of […]
NAACP President’s Response to Michael Cohen’s Testimony Before the House Oversight Committee
*BALTIMORE – NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson issued the following statement regarding Michael Cohen’s testimony before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Reform: “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. Donald Trump has been showing us his true colors for decades. Trump’s presidency and entire career […]
NAACP President Calls Kavanaugh Confirmation ‘Devasting Blow’
*BALTIMORE — NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson released the following remarks regarding the Senate confirmation of nominee Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. “The U.S. Senate’s decision today to confirm Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court is devastating blow to our democracy. It threatens the integrity and legitimacy of the Senate and the Supreme […]
Mississippi Civil Rights Icons Honored in Separate Event When Trump Isn’t Around
[videowaywire video_id=”P1KV0F366TZX622K”] *NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson will unite with local leaders, Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba, Congressman Bennie Thompson and civil rights leaders will hold a press conference to pay homage and recognition to those individuals who have dedicated their lives to the civil and human rights of Mississippians minus the presence of […]
Why the NAACP is Warning Black Passengers Against Flying American Airlines
*The NAACP is warning black passengers to be on guard when traveling with American Airlines after noticing “a pattern of disturbing incidents reported by African-American passengers.” The group issued an advisory late Tuesday, saying the incidents “suggest a corporate culture of racial insensitivity and possible racial bias” and advised travelers to exercise caution. “Booking and […]
NAACP Names Current Vice Chair Derrick Johnson As Interim President & CEO
*BALTIMORE – The NAACP, the nation’s oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization, names vice chairman of the board of directors Derrick Johnson as interim president and CEO, effective immediately. The unanimous decision was made by the executive committee of the board of directors during the Association’s 108th annual convention in Baltimore, Maryland. The […]
