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NAACP Urges Biden: Halt Arms Deliveries to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict – The Guardian

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Atlanta, Georgia – The NAACP has called upon President Biden to halt arms deliveries to Israel amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The organization is urging the administration to put an end to the transfer of weapons as violence escalates in the region. The NAACP’s plea comes as the situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate, with reports of civilian casualties mounting in Gaza. The organization is pushing for a ceasefire between Israel and …

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Usher Named Entertainer of the Year at NAACP Awards – Wins Over Celeb Competition!

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Los Angeles, California – Usher took center stage at the 55th annual NAACP Awards, where he was crowned entertainer of the year. The star-studded event celebrated the achievements of entertainers and writers of color, showcasing talents from various fields. Usher, a multi-Grammy winner, shared his gratitude for his three-decade-long career, highlighting recent milestones like his Las Vegas residency, marriage, and record-breaking Super Bowl halftime show. Surrounded by fellow nominees such as Colman Domingo, Fantasia Barrino, …

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**The Color Purple** Takes Home 11 NAACP Image Awards, Including Entertainer of the Year

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Los Angeles, CA – The NAACP Image Awards ceremony in 2024 crowned “The Color Purple” as the big winner of the night. The Blitz Bazawule-directed film took home the coveted title of Best Motion Picture, along with three additional awards during the televised event. This success came after the movie had already secured seven awards earlier in the week, out of its impressive 16 nominations, bringing its total to 11 NAACP Image Awards. One of …

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**Boycott Alert**: NAACP Urges Black Student-Athletes to Ditch Florida Universities – Here’s Why!

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Gainesville, Florida – The NAACP is calling on Black student-athletes to take a stand against Florida universities following the University of Florida’s decision to eliminate all diversity, equity, and inclusion positions on campus. The move by the university comes in response to a new state policy that forbids the use of government funds for equity and inclusion programs at public and state institutions. In a letter sent out on Monday, NAACP leaders emphasized that the …

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