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NAACP: Over a century of struggle

July 29, 2011 By Rossana Cambron And Luis Rivas

Since its founding 102 years ago, the NAACP has been at the forefront in the fight for civil rights and social justice for African Americans and all working people.

NAACP calls for end to “war on drugs”

July 29, 2011 By Luis Rivas

The NAACP put forth a resolution publically calling an end to the failed 40-year drug war, started in 1971 at the behest of President Nixon.

NAACP rallies for grocery workers, labor rights

July 28, 2011 By Ismael Parra And Luis Rivas

Hundreds of delegates to the NAACP's 102nd convention marched in support of UFCW, which is in negotiations with supermarket companies.

Gay rights are civil rights, says NAACP’s Julian Bond

July 27, 2011 By Luis Rivas

NAACP hosts town hall meeting on gay, lesbian and transgender issues and homophobia.

NAACP confronts new Jim Crow racism

July 26, 2011 By Luis Rivas

Vote suppression and denying ex-felons the right to vote are the new Jim Crow laws of the 21st century, says NAACP leader.