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America's premier civil rights law organization fighting for racial justice through litigation, advocacy, & public education. Established in 1940.

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In our 84+ years, we have continuously fought for Black Americans and people of color to receive equal opportunity in the healthcare system.

In 1965, we filed a lawsuit against 29 hospitals in the South for discriminating against patients of color.

In our 84+ years, we have continuously fought for Black Americans and people of color to receive equal opportunity in the healthcare system. In 1965, we filed a lawsuit against 29 hospitals in the South for discriminating against patients of color. #MinorityHealthMonth
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Today, the Supreme Court will consider — for the first time since it overturned Roe v. Wade — whether an individual state’s abortion ban is constitutional.
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As long as American cities have been segregated by race, local officials have found ways to deprive Black people of access to affordable water.

The 'Water/Color' report details the devastating impact on low-income communities of color.
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Join me and Legal Defense Fund this to commemorate the upcoming 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. Here is a list of excellent books about this pivotal time in U.S. history from the voices of students and lawyers who achieved this historic accomplishment!

Join me and @NAACP_LDF this #WorldBookDay to commemorate the upcoming 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. Here is a list of excellent books about this pivotal time in U.S. history from the voices of students and lawyers who achieved this historic accomplishment!
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TEXAS: Early voting for the Special Election for Senate District 15 on 5/4 is happening NOW until 4/30.

Make your voice heard today: voting.naacpldf.org/voting-rights/…

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Advocates for truth in education share why supporting inclusive education is necessary to build an informed citizenry empowered to shape this nation into one where all communities can thrive.
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Pennsylvania: There's still time to cast your ballot. 🗳️

Polls close at 8 PM ET.

For more info: vote.pa.gov/About-Election…

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'If there's a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it.' – Toni Morrison

We must continue fighting against book bans and for inclusive education.

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Save the Date: We're honoring 70 years of LDF’s landmark case, Brown v. Board of Education, with an esteemed panel of litigators, scholars, academics, and clients who will discuss the legacy, impact, and promise of Brown.

📆 May 17 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET

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On , check out our reading list for books on the reflections on the legal strategy and legacy of Brown v. Board, and the voices of the students and lawyers at the center.
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On #WorldBookDay, check out our reading list for books on the reflections on the legal strategy and legacy of Brown v. Board, and the voices of the students and lawyers at the center. naacpldf.org/brown-vs-board…
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Pennsylvania: TODAY is your Primary Election day.

Polls are open until 8 PM ET.

Make your voice heard: vote.pa.gov/About-Election…

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Knowledge is power.

Celebrate by:
📚 Checking out our reading list
📖 Supporting your local library or bookstore
🚫 Fighting against the book bans that seek to censor, silence, and erase one of our greatest tools for collective power-building

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TEXAS: Today is the LAST day to request an absentee ballot for the Special Election for Senate District 15 on 5/4.

Early voting is happening now until 4/30.
voting.naacpldf.org/voting-rights/…

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Yesterday, SCOTUS appeared to side with an Oregon city's crackdown on sleeping in public.

The decision in this case could have sweeping implications for the record number of people living in tents and cars across the country.
npr.org/2024/04/22/124…

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'Disparities in access to educational resources, opportunities, and outcomes persist and disproportionately impact students of color and underserved communities.' – Tona Boyd

70 years later, the fight for educational equity, including access to books, continues.

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Our legal victory in Brown v. Board of Education did not transform the country overnight, and much work remains today to desegregate public school education.

Today, we're celebrating & getting ready for the 70th anniversary of Brown with this essential list.

Our legal victory in Brown v. Board of Education did not transform the country overnight, and much work remains today to desegregate public school education. Today, we're celebrating #WorldBookDay & getting ready for the 70th anniversary of Brown with this essential list.
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In Cleveland, Flint, and across the country, many Black residents lack access to clean and affordable water.

There is a clear connection between racial residential segregation and access to water systems for Black people.
tminstituteldf.org/water-color-20…

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GEORGIA residents, have you registered to vote yet? Today is the LAST day to register.

Make your voice heard: mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/voter-regist…

GEORGIA residents, have you registered to vote yet? Today is the LAST day to register. Make your voice heard: mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/voter-regist…
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Federal policies that uplift and support Black farmers and other historically marginalized groups are vital for the future of agriculture and the economic survival of rural communities of color.
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Federal policies that uplift and support Black farmers and other historically marginalized groups are vital for the future of agriculture and the economic survival of rural communities of color. naacpldf.org/case-issue/bla…
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GEORGIA: How do you register to vote? 🗳️⬇️

If you’re a U.S. citizen, will be 18 by Election Day (5/21), and meet residency requirements, you can register to vote!

You can register in person & by mail TODAY.
voting.naacpldf.org/voting-rights/…

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