I acknowledge that there are concerns that I have endorsed Republican candidates for office, more specifically Kelly Loeffler for U.S. Senate, Karen Handel for U.S. Congress, and Chuck Efstration for Georgia State Representative. Let the record reflect that I have NOT endorsed any of these individuals. A statement that shows appreciation for the work of an elected official, while working with us on issues that
improve our communities, is not the same as an endorsement and should not be misinterpreted as such.

Additionally, it is libelous to suggest that I have offered an endorsement to ANY candidate for public office - whether as an individual or within my official capacity. Using the NAACP’s brand and/or likeness as a means toward a partisan end is antithetical to what we stand for as an organization and will not be supported.

During my tenure, I’ve committed to operating according to this guiding ethic in relation to politics: “no permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interest - and that’s the liberation of all people.” I will continue to advocate for the issues that matter most to our constituents - the people of Georgia and hold elected officials accountable.

As we get closer to this election, fact-check now more than ever - especially in a season where misinformation has become an accepted norm in political discourse.

Let us rise above this and commit ourselves to acts of integrity and truth-telling.