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Rick L. Callender, President, NAACP California-Hawaii State Conference

NAACP California and Hawaii Members,

As we continue the crucial work of advancing justice, I must bring your attention to a disturbing increase in racist text messages targeting Black individuals across our state following Tuesday’s election results.

While this behavior is unacceptable, it is unfortunately not surprising. We know that this is only the beginning of a larger wave of hatred and division that we must stand united against. If you or anyone you know has received such messages, I strongly urge you to report them immediately by following this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAzSS3ZejFrYIzwXFuK-y7R-SOvHAtvFgglxGhYl07p6rgGw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 Please provide screenshots and any relevant details to aid in our efforts. If you are unable to access the form or submit photos, please email [email protected].

The NAACP California-Hawaii State Conference will actively work with the FBI to monitor these reports and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. We will not allow this hate to go unchallenged.

Thank you for your commitment to justice and for standing with us in this fight.

Rick L. Callender,

President, NAACP California-Hawaii State Conference

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NAACP President Condemns Racist Text Messages Sent to Black Americans Across the Country

 

NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson shared the following statement on the news of hateful, and racist text messages sent to individuals across the country:

“The unfortunate reality of electing a President who, historically has embraced, and at times encouraged hate, is unfolding before our eyes. These messages represent an alarming increase in vile and abhorrent rhetoric from racist groups across the country, who now feel emboldened to spread hate and stoke the flames of fear that many of us are feeling after Tuesday’s election results.

Click here to read the full statement.

NAACP Reacts to News of Presidential Election

Statement from President Johnson 

Monterey County Social Justice Calendar

Monterey County Elimination of Bias Survey

The Monterey County Superior Court Joint Committee on the Elimination of Bias is asking to hear from our community. To gain a better understanding of the biases experienced in the legal system within Monterey County, the committee is requesting that you fill out this survey. In doing so, please consider the following definition of bias, according to the Oxford English Dictionary: prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. All answers will remain anonymous.
   
The survey is meant for all community members – all persons who have encountered the Monterey County judicial system (including jury members, paralegals, administrative assistants, courtroom staff, and attorneys.) Understanding that we, as human beings, have biases that affect our actions, the Committee is committed to working within our community to help identify and eliminate actions that prevent a fair and impartial court environment and judicial system. 
 
 
The purpose of this Committee is to assist in maintaining courtrooms free of bias and the appearance of bias through sponsoring educational programs, training, and promoting open communication.
 
Additionally, please note that biases may be conscious or unconscious; as explained in Judicial Council Of California Criminal Jury Instruction 200, “Many people have assumptions and biases about or stereotypes of other people and may be unaware of them.”

The League of Women Voters of Monterey County (LWV-MC) will host a candidate forum on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Oldemeyer Center. This event is designed to help voters learn about the mayoral and city council candidates for Seaside ahead of the November 5, 2024 election.  Doors open at 6:00.  Program 6:30-8:30

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