It is one of several forms of police misconduct, which include: false arrest; intimidation; racial profiling; political repression; surveillance abuse; sexual abuse; and police corruption. Although illegal, it can be performed under the color of law.
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The NAACP Legal Defense Fund is America's premier nonprofit legal organization fighting for racial justice. For 75 years, we have worked to protect our citizens’ hard-won civil rights.
At NAACP LDF, we know that a right gained is not a right secured forever. That's why we continue to fight in courtrooms across the nation for equality and justice for all Americans.
Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, we seek to:
- End racial bias in the criminal justice system
- Protect voting rights and achieve full African-American civic engagement
- Increase economic fairness and promote equal pay for all Americans
- Increase equity in education by removing racial barriers to educational opportunity
Join us in the fight for racial justice, equality, and an inclusive society by making a gift to NAACP LDF today.
Together, we can win key civil rights battles and ensure that the doors of opportunity remain open for everyone.