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National Urban League
Sat, 07 Jun 2025 - 12:13pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 7, 2025

Celebrating Pride Month! All month + beyond we honor the Black LGBTQ+ visionaries who have long stood at the intersection of resistance and liberation. | From opportunity to abandonment. See how the Trump Administration's decision to shut down Job Corps centers will harm countless young people. | Igniting Our Future. Check out a few photos from New York Urban League's Frederick Douglass Awards Gala, a special night celebrating visionaries. | Don't be fooled by the name. Watch as Marc H. Morial breaks down how the "Big Beautiful Bill" will disinvest in local communities + harm Black America. | Career & Networking Fair. #NULConf25 is your one-stop shop to network with recruiters who can help you to secure your dream job. Register now. | The Big Ugly Bill. The House passed a bill to strip Medicaid + SNAP benefits from millions of families for billionaire tax cuts. Tell your Senators to reject it. | Ready to lead? Register for our FREE webinar to gain insight and tips on effective leadership, how to manage a team + more. | What do the numbers tell us? Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Chief Economics Advisor, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Check it out. | Did you hear the news? Urban League swag is just a click away! Grab shirts, bottles, keychains, and more to represent the movement.

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National Urban League
Sat, 24 May 2025 - 12:09pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - May 24, 2025

Uplifting our history. This Memorial Day, we honor the Black soldiers who served with grace and dedication, even as they faced injustice. | Honoring a legend. See how Alexis Herman channelled the trauma of the KKK brutally beating her father not into bitterness but a life of extraordinary service. | On set at MSNBC. Marc Morial joined Morning Joe to break down the findings of our newly released report about George Floyd. Watch the segment here. | A moment or a movement? Watch as our President & CEO Marc Morial vows to double down on the fight for racial justice alongside Urban League leaders. | Must-read report. Five years after the tragedy that shook the nation, where does America stand on police reform and racial justice? Check out our findings. | Discounts available now. Register by June 1st to lock in our current rate for the premier civil rights and social justice gathering of the summer. | Champions of Equity & Justice. Check out the inspiring changemakers we honored at #EmpowermentSummit2025 for their dedication to The Movement. | Reimagine the U.S. tax system. See how our ten-point equity-centered plan to correct historic tax inequities and close the racial wealth gap will impact you. | Your one-stop shop. Grab your Urban League swag today to help support our mission of empowering communities + changing lives.

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National Urban League
Sat, 17 May 2025 - 12:04pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - May 17, 2025

Just released! Where do we stand on police reform and racial justice five years after the tragedy that changed America? See the findings in our new report. | Now is the time to mobilize. See snippets from Marc H. Morial's participation in the State of the People tour stop in New Orleans and tap in at a city near you! | Remembering George Floyd. Watch as Urban League leaders stand united in the promise to continue the demands of the mass racial uprisings of 2020. | Bold voices, unshakeable vision. See a few photos from our Empowerment Summit, where we honored outstanding Congressional Black Caucus leaders. | Protect your peace. Register for our FREE webinar on Wednesday for tips and strategies to prevent workplace burnout + more. | Curate your experience. #NULConf25 has a track for everyone, with dozens of phenomenal speakers. Check out the lineup, register + curate your schedule.

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National Urban League
Sat, 10 May 2025 - 2:02pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - May 10, 2025

We appreciate you! This Mother’s Day, we celebrate all moms + mother figures whose love, support, and wisdom help uplift our communities. | Black history cannot be erased. See how our upcoming Urban Civil Rights Museum in Harlem defies Trump’s crusade to rewrite American history. | Remembering George Floyd. Join us virtually as we release a new report about where we stand today after the mass racial uprisings of 2020. | A high honor. Congratulations to our President & CEO Marc H. Morial, who received the Visionary of Tomorrow Award from the Wall Street Alphas in NYC! | Hands Off Our History! The Blacksonian is too valuable to lose—that’s why we took action with the Freedom to Learn coalition. See how we united to protect it. | The power of Black women. Come learn from advocate and strategist Jotaka Eaddy, who is an unstoppable force in our shared fight for justice & opportunity. | Remembering Pope Francis. With a new Pope selected, reflect on how Pope Francis’ advocacy for social & economic justice positively impacted people. | A career in construction. Read more about our participants in the Urban Construction Jobs Program and their journeys into apprenticeships.

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National Urban League
Sat, 03 May 2025 - 1:11pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - May 3, 2025

A closer look at the damage. See how the first 100 days of President Trump’s second administration have been an unrelenting assault on our civil rights. | Moral Mondays. See as Marc Morial stands with Rev. Dr. William Barber on the Supreme Court steps to demand a federal budget that protects the vulnerable. | Our history cannot be erased. Meet us in D.C. today to protect the National Museum of African American History and Culture and Black museums near you. | The VFEC App. Smart, simple financial guidance is now just a tap away. Learn more! | What’s in store? The schedule for #NULConf25 in Cleveland is live. Take a look, register, and start planning your perfect conference experience. | Mark your calendar! Register for our FREE webinar for tips on fostering a team environment where trust, openness, and innovation can flourish. | Coming to a city near you! Don't miss local gatherings of community leaders, activists, and elected officials to curate solutions to better our communities. | What do the numbers tell us? Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Senior Economics Advisor, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Check it out.

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National Urban League
Sat, 26 Apr 2025 - 1:59pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - April 26, 2025

Mourning a trailblazer. The passing of Alexis Herman, National Urban League Trustee & the first Black Secretary of Labor, leaves a deep void. See her impact. | #HandsOffOurHistory. We're proud to be part of the Freedom to Learn coalition to sound the alarm on attempts to erase Black history. Get involved! | Meet us in D.C.! Join us this Monday, April 28th in-person or online to take powerful action against a federal budget that harms millions of Americans. | First stop: Atlanta! We’re gathering with local leaders to build collective power and create actionable steps to better our communities. Take action with us. | Second Chance Month. See how our affiliates are working hard nationwide to give individuals a fresh start through our Urban Youth Reentry Program. | Creating a better future. Join us on July 18 at #NULConf25 for a session on wealth-building solutions to sustain Black businesses + more.

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National Urban League
Sat, 19 Apr 2025 - 11:34am

ReMarcs Newsletter - April 19, 2025

Celebrating Easter! From our Urban League family to yours, we wish everyone a safe holiday filled with hope, renewal, and the continued pursuit of justice. | The collapse of democracy. The Trump administration's refusal to let a wrongfully deported man return to the U.S. marks a deeper slide into tyranny. | Black communities need action. Our President & CEO Marc H. Morial recently met with Congressional leaders Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries about attacks on diversity, key social services, and more. Watch a quick recap. | See what's in store! This summer, get ready to mingle with changemakers from all over the nation during #NULConf25. Check out the lineup + register. | Ways to level up. Register for our FREE webinar on Wednesday for tips on how to use data to lead confidently & make better decisions at work or in business. | Refuse to be silent. Marc Morial will be part of a powerful gathering to resist devastating cuts to Medicaid, SNAP & other programs. Join in person or online. | Second Chance Month. See how the Lorain County Urban League’s new initiative, The Urban Expungement Program, will give individuals a fresh start.

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National Urban League
Sat, 12 Apr 2025 - 11:30am

ReMarcs Newsletter - April 12, 2025

The great bait-and-switch. See how Trump’s recent budget cuts to Medicaid and other needed resources impact working-class Americans. | A tariff is a tax on consumers. Watch as our President & CEO, Marc H. Morial, breaks down how tariffs will impact Black America, jobs, and the economy. | NEW: see what's in store! Get ready for the premier social justice + civil rights gathering of the summer and lock in the discounted rate. | Help change lives. As diversity, equity & inclusion programs are dismantled and educational equity is attacked, your donation fuels the fight for our rights. | A must see! Grab your discounted tickets for Macbeth in Stride, starring Obie Award-winning artist Whitney White in a bold mix of rock, soul & Shakespeare.

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National Urban League
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 - 11:27am

ReMarcs Newsletter - April 5, 2025

The future of education. See how Trump’s recent crusade to dismantle the Department of Education will impact students, educators, and our nation. | It's a celebration! See highlights from the Greater Washington Urban League’s Whitney M. Young, Jr. Gala, which honored trailblazers like Karine Jean-Pierre. | Second chances matter. See how our Youth Reentry Program is helping to restore rights and justice for young people through mentorship + more. | Protect voting rights. The SAVE Act is a dangerous barrier to the ballot box, requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote. Do your part to put a stop to it. | The price is going up! If you’re planning to attend #NULConf25 this summer, time is winding down to lock in our current rate. Register now. | Monetize your talent. Register for our free webinar on Wednesday for resources on how to package your expertise into a service or product that sells. | This is how we serve you. Watch how the National Urban League works on the frontlines to serve millions of people nationwide and fight for our rights. | What’s at stake? See how crucial funding that individuals, communities & families rely on is on the chopping block to fund tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy. | What do the numbers tell us? Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Check it out.

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National Urban League
Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 11:17am

ReMarcs Newsletter - March 29, 2025

The future of education. See how Trump’s recent crusade to dismantle the Department of Education will impact students, educators, and our nation. | It's a celebration! See highlights from the Greater Washington Urban League’s Whitney M. Young, Jr. Gala, which honored trailblazers like Karine Jean-Pierre. | Second chances matter. See how our Youth Reentry Program is helping to restore rights and justice for young people through mentorship + more. | Protect voting rights. The SAVE Act is a dangerous barrier to the ballot box, requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote. Do your part to put a stop to it. | The price is going up! If you’re planning to attend #NULConf25 this summer, time is winding down to lock in our current rate. Register now. | Monetize your talent. Register for our free webinar on Wednesday for resources on how to package your expertise into a service or product that sells. | This is how we serve you. Watch how the National Urban League works on the frontlines to serve millions of people nationwide and fight for our rights. | What’s at stake? See how crucial funding that individuals, communities & families rely on is on the chopping block to fund tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy. | What do the numbers tell us? Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Check it out.

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