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On the recordJune 16, 2010
For over 100 years the mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) has been to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all people, as well as to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. This organization has always envisioned a society where all barriers of racial discrimination are removed through the democratic processes, as well as to ensure equality for all Americans. Throughout the past 101 years, the NAACP has faithfully adhered to its mission. Founded on February 12, 1909, President Lincoln's 100th birthday, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and most recognized grassroots-based civil rights organization. It was established in response to the lynchings that were committed against blacks throughout the country. Today, the NAACP's more than half-million members and supporters are still the premier advocates for civil rights and equality in their respective communities. Over the last century, the talents of the NAACP's collective membership have enabled it to overcome numerous adversities and obstacles.
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Sanford Bishop
Democratic · Georgia

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The speaker discusses the history and mission of the NAACP in advocating for civil rights and equality.

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