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PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Monday, September 19th, 2016 Contact: Rachael DeCruz, communications@seattlekingcountynaacp.org Seattle King County NAACP Announces Upcoming Elections Encourages NAACP Community Members to Attend and Vote Seattle, WA--The Seattle King County NAACP announced today that the branch will be holding three general membership meetings to elect officers and at-large members of the Executive Committee. Given our country's current political climate, the work of the NAACP is more important than ever. The branch encourages all NAACP members living in King County to attend the following meetings at the Seattle King County NAACP office (715 23rd Ave. S, Seattle, WA. 98144) and vote in the upcoming elections:
If you have questions, please contact Rhonda at secretary@seattlekingcountynaacp.org. ### Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities. More information about the Seattle King County NAACP can be found here:www.seattlekingcountynaacp.org
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For Immediate Release: Friday, September 16th, 2016 Contact: Sheley Secrest, Second Vice President of the Seattle King County NAACP, sheleysecrest@gmail.com, 253-468-1247 Mayor's Reversal on North Precinct a Victory for Community NAACP Wants Resources Redirected to Community Needs Seattle, WA--On Thursday evening, Seattle Mayor Ed Murray reversed his decision and put a hold on building the $149 million North Precinct police station. The Seattle King County NAACP released the following statement in response: "We are glad that the City of Seattle is no longer rushing through a plan to build a $149 million police bunker. This victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our community, who made their voices heard and kept the conversation centered on communities of color. It took ongoing and sustained pressure for the Mayor and City Councilmembers to reverse their course, and we're thankful that elected officials finally heard us. We encourage the City to put those resources to better use for our community by building affordable housing and increasing educational opportunities. As our country and city continue to grapple with ongoing issues of police brutality and accountability, we have to start thinking more holistically about how to keep our communities safer. That starts by listening to community needs, building relationships, and addressing the underlying social conditions that perpetuate crime. None of those problems can be solved by funneling millions of dollars into a police bunker. If Seattle is serious about strengthening relations between the community and police, it's time to put their money where their mouth is." ### Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation’s oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization. Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities. More information about the Seattle King County NAACP can be found here:www.seattlekingcountynaacp.org |
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