Mississippi officials support sheriff amid NAACP allegations in Nolan Wells case
Support is growing in the hometown of Nolan Wells for the sheriff following allegations of “neglect of duty” made against him on Wednesday morning. At a press conference where attorney Ben Crump revealed the results of an independent autopsy, NAACP President Derrick Johnson criticized Mississippi authorities for their handling of the situation. He stated, “We’re […]
Ben Crump shares that the autopsy results for Nolan Wells are inconclusive at NAACP
Independent Autopsy Results for Nolan Wells’ Death Attorney Ben Crump shared that the independent autopsy concerning Nolan Wells’ death returned “inconclusive” results. A former medical examiner indicated the findings didn’t suggest any “cover-up” or foul play. During the NAACP National Convention in Chicago, Crump revealed the autopsy results, noting “red discoloration” on Wells’ head. Dr. […]
NAACP urges black athletes to make sacrifices for political reasons: ‘It doesn’t add up’
NAACP Calls for Boycott of Southern Universities by Black Athletes The NAACP is urging Black athletes to refrain from offering their talents, as well as funding, to public universities located in southern states. The organization believes these institutions are undermining voters’ rights. During a segment on “Jason Whitlock Harmony,” host Jason Whitlock highlighted a speech […]
Sunny Hostin supports NAACP initiative encouraging Black athletes to avoid schools
Hostin Supports NAACP Boycott of Public Universities Sunny Hostin, a co-host on “The View,” recently voiced her backing for the NAACP’s call for black athletes and their families to boycott certain public universities that allegedly lack adequate black representation. During Wednesday’s discussion on ABC’s talk show, Hostin and the panel explored the NAACP’s newly launched […]
NAACP Calls for a Boycott of Southern College Sports Due to Voting Rights Issues
NAACP Calls for Boycott of Southern Universities Over Voting Rights Issues Following last month’s Supreme Court ruling that further clarified aspects of the Voting Rights Act, Black athletes and fans are urged to take a stand against athletic programs at flagship public universities in the South that allegedly seek to limit or erase Black voter […]
NAACP Calls for Boycotts of College Sports Programs in States Accused of Voter Suppression
NAACP Calls for Boycott of University Athletic Programs The NAACP is urging Black athletes and supporters to boycott athletic programs at public universities in states it claims are undermining voting rights. This initiative, dubbed “Out of Bounds,” is concentrating on eight southern states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Prominent athletic […]
NAACP calls on Black athletes to avoid recruitment in states with racial gerrymandering
NAACP Mobilizes Student-Athletes for Voting Rights The NAACP is urging student-athletes and those yet to join their ranks to engage in the movement for the rights of Black voters across the United States. On Tuesday, the organization launched its “Out of Bounds Campaign,” which encourages public universities in states where racial gerrymandering exists to withdraw […]
NC NAACP supports branch president against White interim mayor candidates
NAACP Defends Corinne Mack Amid Controversy Over Interim Mayor Position The North Carolina NAACP has come to the defense of local chapter president Corinne Mack, expressing concern over the potential appointment of a white interim mayor for Charlotte following the resignation of Mayor Vi Lyles. Mayor Lyles announced her resignation, effective June 30, stating it […]
NAACP requests a judge to restrict federal use of Georgia voter information taken by the FBI.
NAACP Seeks Protection for Voter Data Seized by FBI The NAACP has officially requested a federal judge to safeguard voter information taken by the FBI from an election warehouse in Atlanta. Together with other organizations, the NAACP contends that these documents hold “sensitive personal information.” They’ve asked the judge to impose restrictions on how the […]
NAACP likens ICE to KKK in divisive viral social media post
NAACP Draws Controversy by Comparing ICE to KKK The NAACP stirred up quite a conversation on Thursday after posting a split image on social media, juxtaposing masked ICE agents with hooded Ku Klux Klan (KKK) members. This comparison essentially equated the agency with a white supremacist terrorist group. Accompanying the striking image, the NAACP wrote, […]