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National Urban League
Sat, 22 Feb 2020 - 10:11am

ReMarcs Newsletter - February 22, 2020

The Census is coming! And so is our second tele-town hall to help you get ready. Sign up now to hear from Martin Luther King, III and other national leaders. | Reclaim Your Vote. The stakes couldn't be higher for Black communities in 2020! Check out our new partnership with BET for all things voting. | New episode. Think tobacco is wack? Our kids don’t. Studies show that vaping has caused a surge in young people who are addicted to smoking. Hear the latest. | A seat at the table. Join us for an engaging session on Feb. 25th about the challenges diverse leaders face as they rise in their careers. | Black Census Roundtable. We hosted diverse voices in Washington, D.C. this week to exchange strategies for making sure Black communities are fully counted in the 2020 Census. Catch the highlights and do your part to Make Black Count!

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National Urban League
Wed, 19 Feb 2020 - 10:51am

ReMarcs Newsletter - February 15, 2020

Poor People's Campaign. 140 million people struggle with poverty in the richest country in the world. And Rev. William Barber is taking action. Join the effort! | New episode! How do we keep America safe AND protect our rights in the face of government surveillance? This week's guest offers answers. Take a listen. | Houston 2020. We're busy planning an epic 4-day experience for you! Drop your suggestions for speakers, topics, and events into our survey. | What's in the latest Jobs Report? Our Chief Economic Advisor, Dr. Bernard Anderson, breaks down Black unemployment and other numbers. Check it out. 

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National Urban League
Mon, 10 Feb 2020 - 1:47pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - February 8, 2020

National Gun Violence Survivors Week. A shocking 58% of American adults have experienced gun violence or are close to someone who has. Here are their stories. | Who won? This week’s Iowa caucuses didn’t go as planned. See where the candidates stand and check the date for your state’s primary. | 2020 Census. Write the Census Bureau director to make immediate changes so Black communities are fully and fairly counted. The letter is ready to go, just press send! | Free at last! February 11th marks the day Nelson Mandela was freed after 27 years in prison for fighting South Africa's racist apartheid system. Relive that momentous day. | Digital Career Success Series. Are you in tech and looking for a change? Explore opportunities with technology and lifestyle expert Stephanie Humphrey on Feb. 12!

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National Urban League
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 - 12:09pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - February 1, 2020

Remembering Kobe Bryant. As we mourn the loss of the NBA legend, we look back at his life and legacy, both on and off the basketball court. | Black History Month is here. And it kicks off with the 60th anniversary of the Greensboro Four, who staged a sit-in at a segregated lunch counter and sparked a larger movement. Follow @NatUrbanLeague on social media for more coverage! | CBC Summit. The stakes for Black America couldn’t be higher. Explore solutions to secure our future with Marc Morial and others at Congressional Black Caucus' event.

 

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National Urban League
Sat, 25 Jan 2020 - 11:36am

ReMarcs Newsletter - January 25, 2020

New Jersey ends prison gerrymandering. The state will now count incarcerated people where they lived, not where they are imprisoned. Here's why this is a win.| Deadline approaching. January 31st is the last day to save on registration for this summer's National Urban League Conference in Houston. Don’t miss out! | 2020 Join Week. If you're a young professional looking to give back and network, this is your chance. Learn more during the kickoff call with Marc Morial on Jan. 29. |Want to buy a home? Homeownership can feel out of reach but it doesn’t have to. We are here to simplify the process! Learn more and find out how to get started. | New episode! With all the talk about possible war with Iran, we chat with a foreign policy expert who walks us through how we got in the current crisis. Take a listen.

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National Urban League
Sat, 18 Jan 2020 - 11:23am

ReMarcs Newsletter - January 18, 2020

MLK Observance. Don't miss Marc Morial's keynote speech at the Calvary Baptist Church in New Jersey on Monday! Follow updates on social media (@MarcMorial) | MLK Day. One way to honor Dr. King on his 91st birthday is to participate in Day of Service. Find an opportunity to serve your local community. | Hate crimes and Jewish-Black tensions. In the wake of the anti-Semitic attack at a Rabbi’s home in New York, it’s time to put aside our differences and come together. | Remembering James Buford. He spent over 25 years fighting for economic empowerment as head of the Urban League of St. Louis. More on his legacy. | Time is ticking. January 31st is the last day to save before registration prices go up for this year's National Urban League Conference. Don’t miss out! | What's new in DC? From impeachment to Oscars So White and the campaign trail, there’s a lot happening in the news. Washington Bureau Insider has the latest!

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National Urban League
Sat, 11 Jan 2020 - 3:14pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - January 11, 2020

War with Iran? Despite President Trump's bold declarations and actions recently, we don't need nor want this war. Here's why. | Let's Make Black Count! The 2020 Census is almost here and we need a full count of Black and brown communities. Watch Marc Morial's testimony on the Hill for more. | Women's issues in 2020. Thousands will gather in D.C. and other cities on January 18 to call for action on critical issues. Join the fight for the rights of all women. | Delaware State University has a new president! Many congrats to Tony Allen as he takes the helm of the 129-year-old HBCU. Get to know his work and background. | Monthly Jobs Report. The latest employment and income numbers are in! See where our economy stands.

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National Urban League
Sat, 04 Jan 2020 - 10:10am

ReMarcs Newsletters - January 04, 2020

Call for prayers. Let us lift up Congressman and civil rights champion John Lewis in collective prayer as he undergoes cancer treatment. More in his full statement. | How Tom Joyner transformed Black media. We'll surely miss the radio legend's voice, who retired last month after almost 50 years on air. See how he made his mark. | Houston, here we come! Act now to get the best registration rates before prices go up on January 31.

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National Urban League
Sat, 28 Dec 2019 - 12:07pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - December 28, 2019

It's officially the end of a decade! Walk down memory lane with us as we highlight the defining moments, events, people and topics of this past year. | Top National Urban League Events and Happenings | Honorees and speakers from various National Urban League Events | Major topics of national conversation | Groundbreaking and historic moments in the culture | Highlights from Marc Morial speeches and engagements | In Memorium

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National Urban League
Mon, 23 Dec 2019 - 10:48am

ReMarcs Newsletter - December 21, 2019

Special Holiday Edition. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, we hope this time of year is a source of joy, comfort, and reflection.  We asked our staff to review the past year and look ahead of 2020 - here's what they have to share. Happy Holidays!

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