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NAACP convention spurns Fourth of July observance
The NAACP convention in Portland did not pause for July 4th, with chair Margaret Bush Wilson saying they would not celebrate freedom not yet achieved. She urged perseverance, stating they are “long distance runners” and will not abandon the fight. The group condemned a Supreme Court ruling on Bakke and hailed the high court decision upholding affirmative action principles.
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