Ineffective NAACP San Francisco Chapter Colludes Against Reparations Payout
The NAACP (San Francisco Chapter) #NAACPSF1 is actively working against what is owed to the descendants of black American Slaves whose forced labor built this country for FREE. Being systematically shut out of prosperity while funding and uplifting others throughout American history. They’re calling for the same old oppressive multi-generational tactics… PROGRAMS. Our own people telling the world that we are ignorant children who need plantation overseers to manage our own lives. What other advocacy organizations consistently sabotage their own group? This shouts of individual enrichment, greed, and self-hate. Public record indicators over the last decade shows that the NAACP, including its San Francisco chapter, has experienced financial losses. Its clear that this rejection reeks of a deal with the DNC (Democratic National Conference) for political and financial gain, to further handicap and subjugate the next generations of black people in these United States of America. It’s diabolical in nature.
Read the press release dated March 14, 2023 #reparationsnow #cutthecheck #rejectnaacp
The history of the NAACP timeline of major public funding, initiatives, coalitions, successes, criticisms from its inception
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is one of the oldest and most prominent civil rights organizations in the United States. It was founded in 1909 by a group of black and white activists who sought to promote equality and justice for African Americans. Over the past century, the NAACP has been at the forefront of many of the most significant struggles for civil rights and social justice in the country.
1909-1930s: Early Years and Legal Battles
The NAACP was founded in 1909 in New York City by a group of activists that included W.E.B. Du Bois, Ida B. Wells, Mary White Ovington, and William English Walling. The organization’s mission was to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. The NAACP’s first major campaign was against lynching, which was a common practice in the southern United States at the time. The organization worked to pass federal anti-lynching legislation, and through public pressure and legal action, succeeded in securing the conviction of several lynchers.
In the 1920s and 1930s, the NAACP continued to fight against discrimination and segregation through legal means. The organization launched a series of legal challenges to segregation in education, culminating in the landmark 1954 Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education, which declared segregation in public schools to be unconstitutional. The NAACP also fought against employment discrimination and housing discrimination, and helped to secure the passage of federal anti-discrimination laws.
1940s-1960s: The Civil Rights Movement
During the 1940s, the NAACP continued its legal battles against segregation and discrimination, but also began to play a more active role in organizing mass protests and demonstrations. The organization supported the Montgomery bus boycott in 1955-56, which was sparked by the arrest of Rosa Parks for refusing to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama, bus to a white person. The boycott lasted for over a year and helped to bring national attention to the issue of segregation in public transportation.
In the 1960s, the NAACP played a leading role in the civil rights movement, working closely with other organizations such as the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. The organization was involved in many of the most significant events of the era, including the 1963 March on Washington, the Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965, and the passage of the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act.
1970s-1990s: Economic Justice and Affirmative Action
In the 1970s and 1980s, the NAACP shifted its focus to issues of economic justice and affirmative action. The organization worked to increase access to employment and education for African Americans and other minorities, and fought against discrimination in housing and lending practices. The NAACP also continued to work on issues of criminal justice reform and voting rights, and helped to organize protests against police brutality and racial profiling.
In the 1990s, the NAACP faced criticism from some quarters for what was seen as a lack of focus on issues of poverty and economic inequality. The organization responded by launching several new initiatives aimed at addressing these issues, including a campaign to increase the minimum wage and efforts to promote entrepreneurship and economic development in urban communities.
2000s-Present: Challenges and Renewal
In the early 2000s, the NAACP faced several challenges, including financial difficulties, internal divisions, and criticism from some quarters that the organization had become too focused on litigation and political lobbying at the expense of grassroots organizing and activism. In response, the NAACP launched a major revitalization effort, aimed at strengthening
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What litigation and political lobbying are on public record and what has been the outcome of each?
The NAACP has a long history of engaging in litigation and political lobbying to advance civil rights and social justice. Here are some examples of notable cases and initiatives in which the NAACP has been involved:
Litigation:
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Brown v. Board of Education (1954): This landmark case challenged the constitutionality of segregation in public schools and led to the Supreme Court’s ruling that segregation was inherently unequal and violated the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment.
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Loving v. Virginia (1967): The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) represented Mildred and Richard Loving, an interracial couple who were prosecuted under Virginia’s anti-miscegenation laws. The Supreme Court ruled that such laws were unconstitutional, and the decision struck down similar laws in other states.
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Griggs v. Duke Power Co. (1971): The NAACP LDF successfully argued that Duke Power’s hiring practices discriminated against African Americans and other minorities. The Supreme Court ruled that employers must demonstrate that job requirements are necessary for the job and not discriminatory in effect.
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Fisher v. University of Texas (2013): The NAACP and other civil rights groups supported the University of Texas in a case challenging its use of race as a factor in its admissions process. The Supreme Court upheld the university’s use of race in a narrow decision, affirming the importance of diversity in higher education.
Political Lobbying:
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Civil Rights Act of 1964: The NAACP was instrumental in the passage of this landmark legislation, which outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in many areas of public life.
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Voting Rights Act of 1965: The NAACP was also a key player in the passage of this law, which removed barriers to voting for African Americans and other minorities and led to a significant increase in voter registration and political participation.
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Fair Housing Act of 1968: The NAACP worked to pass this legislation, which prohibited discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, or sex.
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Affordable Care Act (ACA): The NAACP supported the passage of the ACA, which expanded access to healthcare and provided protections for people with pre-existing conditions. The organization also advocated for the ACA’s Medicaid expansion provisions.
Outcome:
The outcomes of the cases and initiatives in which the NAACP has been involved have varied. Some, like Brown v. Board of Education, Loving v. Virginia, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964, have had major and lasting impacts on civil rights in the United States. Others, such as the Fisher case, have been more limited in scope. The NAACP’s political lobbying efforts have also had mixed results, with some legislation being passed and others being blocked or overturned. Nonetheless, the organization’s work in the legal and political arenas has been instrumental in advancing the cause of civil rights and social justice in the United States.
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What is on record of the NAACP to actively lobby or argue for advancing a need of financial reparations for African American descendants of slavery in congress or otherwise as political lobbying?
The NAACP has been supportive of efforts to study and address the issue of reparations for African American descendants of slavery, but it has not explicitly called for financial reparations in the form of direct payments or other financial compensation. Instead, the organization has focused on promoting policies and initiatives that address systemic racism and economic inequality.
For example, in 2019, the NAACP passed a resolution calling for the creation of a commission to study the issue of reparations and develop recommendations for addressing the lasting effects of slavery and discrimination. The organization has also supported legislation such as the Economic Equity Act, which would create a federal trust fund to invest in communities that have been historically marginalized and disinvested.
The NAACP has acknowledged the historical legacy of slavery and its ongoing impact on African American communities, but it has taken a nuanced approach to the issue of reparations. The organization has emphasized the need for comprehensive policies and programs that address the root causes of racial and economic inequality, rather than simply providing individual compensation.
The San Francisco chapter's record on reparations advocacy
The San Francisco chapter of the NAACP has been involved in advocacy efforts related to reparations for African American descendants of slavery.
In 2020, the San Francisco chapter of the NAACP passed a resolution calling for the city to establish a task force to study and develop a plan for reparations. The resolution cites the ongoing effects of slavery and discrimination, including wealth inequality, health disparities, and the school-to-prison pipeline, and calls for comprehensive policies to address these issues.
The chapter has also been involved in efforts to raise awareness about reparations and to push for national legislation. In June 2021, the San Francisco chapter of the NAACP co-hosted a virtual town hall on reparations with Congressman James E. Clyburn, who has been a vocal advocate for reparations in Congress.
In addition to its advocacy efforts on reparations, the San Francisco chapter of the NAACP has been involved in a range of other initiatives aimed at advancing civil rights and social justice. These initiatives include efforts to address police brutality, voter suppression, and economic inequality, as well as support for initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in education and the workplace.
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What has the chapter together with Clyburn done to openly advocate for monetary compensation rather than nuance on awareness programs, diversity, social justice policies, town halls, and initiatives in congress?
The San Francisco chapter of the NAACP has not publicly advocated specifically for monetary compensation as a form of reparations. However, the chapter has called for comprehensive policies to address the ongoing effects of historical injustice, which could potentially include financial compensation as one component.
As for Congressman James E. Clyburn, while he has been a vocal advocate for reparations in Congress, his approach has not been focused solely on direct monetary compensation. Instead, he has emphasized the need for comprehensive policies that address the full scope of harm caused by historical injustice, including wealth inequality, educational disparities, and housing discrimination, among other issues.
For example, in 2019, Congressman Clyburn co-sponsored H.R. 40, a bill that would establish a commission to study and develop reparations proposals. The bill does not specify a particular form of reparations, but rather calls for a comprehensive approach that considers a range of options, including direct financial compensation, educational opportunities, and community-based reparations initiatives.
It’s worth noting that the issue of reparations is complex and multifaceted, and there is significant debate over the best way to address the lasting effects of slavery and discrimination. While some advocates emphasize the importance of direct financial compensation, others argue that a more comprehensive approach is necessary to address the full scope of harm caused by historical injustice.
