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Commissioners host NAACP leaders, defend DEI work amid public debate
Summary
Montgomery County commissioners recognized local NAACP branch leaders and defended county diversity, equity and inclusion efforts during a Feb. 6 meeting that included public comment both supporting and criticizing DEI initiatives and condemning extremist symbols.
Montgomery County commissioners opened their Feb. 6 meeting by recognizing newly elected presidents of several local NAACP branches and praising the civil-rights work those branches provide in the county.
"We are tremendously grateful for the work that you've done advocating for civil rights, protecting voting rights, access to health care, empowering the next generation of leaders," the presiding commissioner said when introducing the branch leaders, noting the county planned meetings with the NAACP branches. Speakers from the Willow Grove, Main Line and Cheltenham branches thanked the board and described partnerships with local organizations.
The board also included a substantive statement in support of diversity,…
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