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Georgia has a police brutality problem. We will continue to stand with the family of #JimmyAtchison. #GAPol #BlackLivesMatter
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Jimmy Hill, whose son Jimmy Atchison was murdered by an APD officer in 2019, took to the podium to return and refuse a proclamation awarded to him by the City of Atlanta.
“Four years you all know the truth and still won’t say nothing.”
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“Black people in America are fighting for justice and equality on a number of fronts in this country – from the ability to vote to gaining equitable access to health care – which makes our work more critical than ever,” said Attorney Gerald Griggs, Georgia State NAACP President.…Show more
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Greenwood Announces Give Back Program, Donates $50,000 Total to The King Center, UNCF, Georgia NAACP, Goodr, and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce to Uplift Black Communities - businesswire.com/news/home/2023 #NAACP #GeorgiaNAACP
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Simply put… Georgia has a Police Brutality Problem. #Enough #GeorgiaNAACP #NAACP #SaytheirNames #gapol
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Message of the day - Amidst the turmoil of life's raging storms, tranquility resides. A steadfast Anchor, a solid Rock that fortifies our unwavering belief.
We find solace, untroubled by any alarm. Within the tempest, strong faith grants us serenity, peace that transforms the… Show more
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Jimmy Hill, father of #JimmyAtchison, addressing about the demand for #JusticeforJimmy after 4 years of fighting for justice. #atlpol #gapol Atlanta has a police brutality problem.
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Jimmy Hill, whose son Jimmy Atchison was murdered by an APD officer in 2019, took to the podium to return and refuse a proclamation awarded to him by the City of Atlanta.
“Four years you all know the truth and still won’t say nothing.”
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“Black people in America are fighting for justice and equality on a number of fronts in this country – from the ability to vote to gaining equitable access to health care – which makes our work more critical than ever,” said Attorney Gerald Griggs, Georgia State NAACP President.…Show more
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Greenwood Announces Give Back Program, Donates $50,000 Total to The King Center, UNCF, Georgia NAACP, Goodr, and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce to Uplift Black Communities - businesswire.com/news/home/2023 #NAACP #GeorgiaNAACP
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Message of the day - Amidst the turmoil of life's raging storms, tranquility resides. A steadfast Anchor, a solid Rock that fortifies our unwavering belief.
We find solace, untroubled by any alarm. Within the tempest, strong faith grants us serenity, peace that transforms the… Show more
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Jimmy Hill, whose son Jimmy Atchison was murdered by an APD officer in 2019, took to the podium to return and refuse a proclamation awarded to him by the City of Atlanta.
“Four years you all know the truth and still won’t say nothing.”
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Jimmy Hill, whose son Jimmy Atchison was killed by Atlanta police in 2019, returns a proclamation the City Council gave him because it describes his family’s fight as “anti-gun violence” instead of anti-police brutality:
“Stop trying to sugarcoat it. It’s police brutality.”
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ATF is responding to a report of a mass shooting in Farmington, NM. Please contact with any inquiries.
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BREAKING: Another mass shooting.
According to authorities, a tragic incident unfolded in Farmington, New Mexico, where an alleged gunman opened fire, resulting in the loss of three civilian lives and the hospitalization of two officers.
Responding to the situation were the… Show more
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They also need to do a better job of explaining what DEI really is.
Something like giving a proper definition to the purpose of DEI Initiatives.
DEI initiatives encompass a collective effort to dismantle systemic barriers, biases, and discrimination by embracing diversity,… Show more
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For more information about what happened to Jimmy Atchison and his father’s continued fight for justice 👇🏾
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Jimmy Hill, whose son Jimmy Atchison was killed by APD in 2019 returns a proclamation he was given by city council because it describes his family’s fight as an anti-gun violence campaign rather than a fight against police brutality #atlpol
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Jimmy Hill, father of #JimmyAtchison, addressing about the demand for #JusticeforJimmy after 4 years of fighting for justice. #atlpol #gapol Atlanta has a police brutality problem.
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Given the increasing political policy conversation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The releases the following statement in response to the Lt. Gov request for information on DEI spending in Georgia. #gapol #NAACP #GeorgiaNAACP
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We are investigating an incident in Wheeler County with the Wheeler County NAACP. #NAACP #gapol #GeorgiaNAACP
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Journalists are also going to have to figure out how to cover as a presidential candidate a man whose policies are anti-democratic, anti-free speech, and yet is too often being treated as an acceptably moderate candidate.
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Breaking news: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed a bill into law Monday that would bar the state’s colleges and universities from spending money on diversity, equity and inclusion programs, and limit how race can be discussed in many courses. wapo.st/3o2YwtT
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No laws or policies broken by Liberty County sheriff's bus stop and search #DelawareState #LibertyCounty #gapol
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“The community had grave concerns. We had grave concerns,” said Gerald Griggs, president of the Georgia Branch of the #NAACP.
Griggs read the sheriff’s report and said he will accept the findings but wants an independent investigation.
“We still have grave concerns why that… Show more
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We will never forget what happened to Buffalo because of racially motivated hate. #BuffaloStrong in Solidarity. #NAACP #GeorgiaNAACP #NeverForget
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“The community had grave concerns. We had grave concerns,” said Gerald Griggs, president of the Georgia Branch of the #NAACP.
Griggs read the sheriff’s report and said he will accept the findings but wants an independent investigation.
“We still have grave concerns why that… Show more
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No laws or policies broken by Liberty County sheriff's bus stop and search #DelawareState #LibertyCounty #gapol
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Grizzlies suspend Ja Morant from all team activities after another video with a gun on social media.
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Trump’s CNN town hall: Defending rioters, mocking sexual assault, threatening default #gapol #GeorgiaVota #EstamosAqui
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👀 👀 Donald Trump on Fani Willis: “I thought it was a rigged election… [I said to Brad Raffensperger] You owe me votes because the election was rigged.” #gapol
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Georgia is currently grappling with a severe epidemic of gun violence, and I wholeheartedly endorse the demand for a special session of the State Legislature to tackle the escalating rates of firearm-related attacks and fatalities. The urgency to enact sensible gun regulations in… Show more
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The GaPSC wants to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion requirements from educator training rules TOMORROW, 5/11.
Public comment has passed but we can ask commissioners directly to vote NO on these proposed rules. Take 2 minutes to send them an email.
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The State of Georgia demands action on gun violence and common sense Gun Laws #EnoughIsEnough #gapol
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