111th NAACP National Convention (Virtual)
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111th NAACP National Convention (Virtual)

The voices from millions across the country have made it known that enough is enough – We Are Done Dying. The 111th NAACP National Convention will be hosted virtually featuring social activist, industry leaders, and public servants discussing the actions and solutions necessary to improve, protect, and change our communities. Join us for pivotal discussions surrounding the impacts of COVID-19, social justice, stabilizing economics and education in our communities, and what we can do mobilize voters across the country from protest to the polls.

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Career Connections JobClub
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Career Connections JobClub

Career Connection JobClub is a formal group that meets for 8 weeks of coaching from staffing managers and others in the community. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about new local career opportunities, ask questions and learn new skills needed while navigating in your career during such a unique time in the World.

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An Historic Moment For the Nation

An Historic Moment For the Nation

For a few moments on this day, August 11, 2020, the discussion of the ravages from the pandemic of COVID-19 was pushed aside by the rushing tide of history. Senator Kamala Harris of California became the nation’s first African American woman nominated for the vice presidency of the United States.

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More than a mask is needed to cover racism

More than a mask is needed to cover racism

Republican Road Commissioner Tom Eckerle, after refusing to wear a mask for his safety as well as that of others, went on a racial uproar by accusing African Americans in Detroit of creating this unnecessary inconvenience ... In this era, while suffering from the global pandemic of COVID-19 , the last thing we need is for a racial pandemic to remain on the scene.

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TCF Bank Sets $1 Billion Dollar Example
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TCF Bank Sets $1 Billion Dollar Example

TCF Bank Financial Corporation, under the stellar leadership of its chairman and my friend Gary Torgow, is indeed doing what must be done to provide economic access and equity of opportunity for our community … This program initiative of $1 billion dollars in loan commitments for minority communities and minority and women owned small businesses puts the walk in your talk to bring about economic change.

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