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WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 1, 2023) – Today, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial honors the legacy of former United States Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor:
Marc H. Morial
President and CEO
National Urban League
“The opportunity to serve the American people at scale, to be in the room when decisions are made…this really appeared to be a great opportunity to make a big difference at a time when it matters most.”
-Stephen Benjamin, The Root
In the sophisticated corridors of power at the White house, one name resonates as the linchpin connecting the administration to the heartbeat of the nation: Stephen Benjamin. As the Senior Advisor and Director of the Office of Public Engagement, Benjamin serves as a key figure in the Biden administration who stands as the crucial bridge between President Biden’s vision and the diverse communities the administration serves.
To put it more plainly, he’s President Biden’s right-hand man or as The Root called him, ‘the brotha you need to know in the White House’.
TACOMA (Nov. 27, 2023) - Rising grocery prices have intensified the financial strain on families, particularly during Thanksgiving.
However, a heartening initiative led by the Tacoma Urban League (Tacoma, WA), with other downtown businesses, offered a reprieve to fortunate shoppers at the WinCo on 72nd Street. These businesses collectively raised $12,000 to reimburse families for their Thanksgiving dinner expenses, recognizing the challenges many face during the holidays.
TAMPA (Nov. 27, 2023) - Stanley Gray, the interim president and CEO of the Urban League of Hillsborough County (Tampa, FL), addressed the complex issues underlying a recent mass shooting in Ybor City, in an interview recently.
Emphasizing the need for nuanced solutions, hee stressed the importance of parental responsibility in curbing youth-related problems during an interview on WMNF WaveMakers. Gray highlighted the need for fair and equitable approaches by city officials, cautioning against the implementation of a juvenile curfew solely in Ybor City, as such measures often lead to inequitable enforcement.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 27, 2023) – National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial and National Action Network Founder and President Rev. Al Sharpton today (Nov. 26) issued the following statement in response to the Federal Communication Commission’s vote to adopt rules to prevent and eliminate digital discrimination of access to broadband services based on income level, race, ethnicity, color, religion, or national origin:
SEATTLE (Nov. 27, 2023) - The Bank of America's Neighborhood Builders program, spanning 19 years, has been a beacon for nonprofits, offering financial backing and leadership training during difficult times.
In the Seattle area, two chosen nonprofits annually receive a $200,000 grant spread over two years, coupled with extensive leadership training, to address pivotal issues like food insecurity and bolstering marginalized communities.
