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NAACP Advocates Student Loan Debt Relief as Restitution for Black Borrowers

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As discussions surrounding reparations for Black Americans gain traction, the NAACP and other advocacy groups are pressing the Biden administration to fulfill its promise of student loan debt relief, framing it as a form of reparations for historical injustices. With mounting pressure on policymakers, the debate over student loan forgiveness intersects with broader conversations about … Read more

NAACP Condemns Debt Ceiling Raise, Citing Negative Effects On Black Americans

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The NAACP has criticized proposals to raise the debt ceiling, noting the detrimental consequences for Black Americans. The Debt Ceiling Deal Weakens Environmental Protection, IRS Capacity, And Public Assistance Though the package, which cleared the Senate late Thursday, keeps the country from defaulting on payments, it “reflects misplaced priorities,” according to NAACP CEO and President … Read more