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  #PayThePlayers, Color Of Change · [email protected]
March 22, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Sign the petition: Tell the NCAA's corporate sponsors to stand with Black college athletes!

The NCAA’s exploitation of Black college athletes must come to an end! Dear John,  It’s March Madness, the time of year when the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) brings in hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue off of the unpaid labor of Black college athletes. But this year, …
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
March 21, 2021 at 8:17 PM

Qualified Immunity protects white supremacy & harms Black communities.

Police will continue to harm Black communities unless we abolish qualified immunity. John, Videos of police terror have defined the last decade. America has reached a place where technology has greatly outpaced our morality. We are living in a country whose Constitution pretends to protect us all …
  [Rapid Response] Justice for Daniel Prude, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 26, 2021 at 10:14 PM

The police who murdered Daniel Prude will not face charges.

Color Of Change won’t stop fighting, John, and neither can you.   UPDATE: The Rochester cops who murdered Daniel Prude in the street will not face charges.This is NOT justice.  Add your name: Demand a DOJ investigation into the Rochester Police Department and an action plan to protect Black…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 7:42 PM

Are you sick and tired of police violence against Black people? We are too.

Police Unions support, reward, and empower officers who brutalize and kill Black people.   John,  Earlier this month the Rochester Police Department released extended body-cam footage of nine police officers and one 9-year-old Black girl being tackled, handcuffed, and pepper-sprayed while experien…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 18, 2021 at 10:16 PM

The trial is over, but we still need answers.

We demand answers, John. Demand an investigation into white supremacist infiltration of Capitol Police now.   The impeachment trial is over, but we’re still demanding answers about the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.   Tell Congress to investigate white supremacist infiltration of Capitol Police. A…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 12, 2021 at 8:28 PM

This cop attacked a young Black girl

Sign the petition. A cop attacked a Black teenager John,  "Headaches, blurry vision, trouble remembering, and having a hard time sleeping."1 John, those are the painful reminders 16-year-old Taylor Bracey must live with after being violently arrested by Osceola Florida Deputy Fournier last mon…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 6, 2021 at 5:58 PM

This cop attacked a young Black girl

Sign the petition. A cop attacked a Black teenager   Deputy Fournier violently arrested a 16yo Black teenager and has faced zero accountability.  Sign the petition. FL schools have more cops than nurses. Black students are being targeted & harassed.     Sign the petition Dea…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
February 5, 2021 at 10:26 PM

John, demand justice for the 9-year-old attacked by the police!

Bodycam footage from Rochester PD reveals a pattern of anti-Black racism and violence. John,  It’s become abundantly clear that we need to divest from the Rochester police department (RPD) and make immediate investments in the community. Last weekend, the Rochester police department released bo…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 29, 2021 at 6:23 PM

Here’s some good news, John:

EOY email Black voters delivered. Now, we demand action. John, In November, Black voters showed up and delivered a Biden presidency — then showed up again to flip the Senate. And since Inauguration Day, we’ve already seen big steps forward:  Trump’s racist “Muslim ban” — w…
  Rashad Robinson, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 22, 2021 at 8:02 PM

Until justice is real: New administration, same commitment to Black people

EOY email Until justice is real John, I remember the night Donald Trump was elected President: It felt like a nightmare, and it was. We survived four years of nonstop attacks on our democracy and our humanity -- from the rise of violent white nationalism, in…
  Rapid Response Petition (Color Of Change) · [email protected]
January 13, 2021 at 2:52 PM

re: BREAKING: Congress must investigate Capitol Police.

We demand answers, John. Demand in investigation into white supremacist infiltration of Capitol Police now. John,  We wanted to make sure you had a chance to sign our petition demanding an investigation into white supremacist infiltration of Capitol Police. ADD YOUR NAME NOW Here's what's happened …
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 12, 2021 at 11:38 PM

Chicago Police Union prez is defending Trump supports who stormed the Capitol

John Catanzara has got to go. Sign the petition.   Chicago FOP President has gone too far. Defending the attack on the U.S. Capitol is simply unacceptable.  Sign the petition. Demand Chicago officials #FireCatanzara NOW.     Take Action Dear John,  On January 6, 2021, the U.S. C…
  Rapid Response Petition (Color Of Change) · [email protected]
January 12, 2021 at 12:06 AM

How did an angry white mob storm the Capitol building so easily?

We demand answers, John. Demand an investigation into white supremacist infiltration of Capitol Police now.   When pro-Trump white supremacists stormed the Capitol, Capitol Police did almost NOTHING to stop the attack.    Tell Congress: Investigate white supremacist infiltration of Capitol…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 8, 2021 at 7:03 PM

Traitors.

Every member of Congress who has supported Trump's dangerous coup attempts must be held accountable. Members of Congress like Rep. Ted Cruz and Rep. Josh Hawley betrayed their oaths to our democracy. Investigate and expel them from Congress now. Take Action John, On Wednesday, jus…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 7, 2021 at 8:17 PM

“JANUARY SIXTH, SEE YOU IN DC!”

Trump emboldened white nationalist violence. Twitter’s CEO must PERMANENTLY BAN Trump from the platform! Donald Trump has REPEATEDLY called for white nationalist violence and hatred. #KickTrumpOffTwitter Demand that Twitter's CEO Jack Dorsey BAN Donald Trump ONCE AND FOR ALL! TAKE ACTION …
  Rashad Robinson, Color Of Change · [email protected]
January 7, 2021 at 1:04 AM

Help us fight against Trump supporter violence

EOY email Our lives depend on how we respond in this moment. Until Justice is Real Our lives depend on how we respond in this moment. John, As I send you this message, millions of Americans are watching in horror as armed Trump extremists storm the U.S. Cap…
  Criminal Justice Team, Color of Change · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 4:45 PM

Let's face it, it's been a rough year.

EOY email     Hey John,  This year has been hectic. From the pandemic to the presidential election, it seems like moments for collective rest have been rare.  That's why we'll make this message quick. As we reach the end of 2020, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for everything you've…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 27, 2020 at 1:46 AM

Still looking for the perfect gift? dw, we got you

EOY email   John, Last year, Color Of Change members like you helped National Bail Out raise over $1 million dollars for their Black Mamas Bail Out. Black Mamas Bail Out is a coordinated effort by community organizations, advocates, and families to reunite Black mothers and caregivers with…
  Rapid Response Petition (Color Of Change) · [email protected]
December 23, 2020 at 9:55 PM

Anjanette Young deserves answers from the Chicago police

Putting abusive police officers on desk duty doesn't count as accountability Tell Mayor Lightfoot: Fire the officers who abused Anjanette Young Take Action Dear John,  It’s been nearly two years since Chicago Police carried out a baseless warrant on Anjanette Young, and Mayor Lori Lightfoo…
  Johnny Mathias and Evan Feeney, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 18, 2020 at 9:05 PM

[ATTENTION WHITE MEMBERS]

Being an anti-racist ally is not a title, it is a practice. *This message was sent to a random selection of Color Of Change members regardless of racial identity.* What will you do to keep fighting for Black lives? Making a sustaining contribution to Color Of Change is one of the most importa…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 14, 2020 at 7:15 PM

The Black Boy Joy Book and Movie Club could use your support.

Support #Blackboyjoy at the Ron Brown College Preparatory High School.     John, help us raise $5,000 for Black Boy Joy and learning. Our young Black men need our sustained support. CHIP-IN $5 Dear John, Color Of Change has less than 30 days to raise $5,000 to provide the young …
  Shannon Talbert, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
December 10, 2020 at 9:07 PM

The road ahead

Dear John, We can’t dismantle the system that allowed the murders of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd think that they could kill with impunity in one election, but if we work together now and win the Senate races in Georgia we can keep moving in the direction of justice. Ove…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 9, 2020 at 10:16 PM

Black kids are being targeted in Pasco County Schools

TAKE ACTION: Sign the petition to demand action.   Children in Pasco County Florida are being labeled "criminals" based on test grades and personal history.   Tell Superintendent Kurt Browning: Erase the database. Stop sharing our kids' data with the police.     sign the petition …
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
December 7, 2020 at 5:05 PM

Volunteers Needed: Join us for a Black Joy Call Party

Hey John, You're invited to be a part of Color Of Change PAC’s National Black Joy Call Program! We'll be hosting Virtual Black Joy Call Parties at 6PM EST on weekdays, and 2PM or 4PM on weekends leading up to the Georgia runoff election--which means we can pull up to our computers to chair…
  Jade Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 5:20 PM

Foster children deserve Black joy

We need your help to donate toys to Black foster children in the Greater New Orleans Area. We want to buy holiday gifts for foster kids in the Greater New Orleans Area.   Sign up to donate monthly to give a foster child a gift for the holidays.       GIVE $3 MONTHLY Dear John,   This yea…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 3, 2020 at 5:58 PM

There are 70 Baltimore City Preschoolers That Need Your Help!

Sponsor a Gift From Santa This Holiday Season. Every Child Deserves To Open A Gift on Christmas Morning. John,  For many children, the weeks leading up to Christmas are filled with joy and anticipation. Some mail their wish lists to the North Pole, bake treats for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, …
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 2, 2020 at 8:46 PM

Help support a historic Black school in DC!

Help keep Ujamaa School alive! John, We need all hands on deck to keep the oldest Black community school in the US open. Ujamaa School is a small but mighty independent, non-profit Black community school in the Shaw/Howard University neighborhood of Washington, DC, educating children from age …
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 5:34 PM

John powered the largest movement in U.S. history.

Millions of people just like you raised our voices to demand justice — and now, it’s up to us to continue the fight.   This summer, you signed a petition and joined the largest movement in U.S. history.   Confirm you’re still with us: Become a monthly supporter of Color Of Change today.…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
November 27, 2020 at 11:09 PM

Becoming a monthly donor will mean this for Black families

Giving us the tools we need to thrive, not exploiting us John,  For many of us, the holiday sale season rush begins on Black Friday. But this year is different. Hundreds of thousands of Americans are dealing with the devastation of having a loved one lost to COVID-19. Millions are suffering fro…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
November 16, 2020 at 12:21 AM

We know time is money, that's why we only need 5 mins

Support our criminal justice campaigns and become a monthly supporter of Color Of Change.   John,  Right now, we face a public health crisis in prisons and jails. Anti-Black police violence in our communities. And a rising death toll from the pandemic. These issues demand immediate solutions — …
  Alicia Garza · [email protected]
November 11, 2020 at 8:41 PM

Your copy of my new book

As one of the co-founders of Black Lives Matter, people often ask me, “how do you turn a hashtag into a movement?" But the honest answer is that hashtags don’t start movements. People do.   Become a monthly donor of Color Of Change... ...and we'll send you a copy of Alica Garza's new bo…
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
November 5, 2020 at 9:17 PM

ATTN: Social media has given Trump too much election power.

Dear John,  While millions of votes are still being counted, Facebook and Twitter are allowing Donald Trump to spread countless lies and conspiracy theories about the election on social media. Demand Twitter and Facebook immediately #SuspendTrump and stop the spread of misinformation. …
  Rashad Robinson, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
November 5, 2020 at 6:26 PM

I'm going to be honest

Election thoughts John, Let’s get right down to it: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have clearly won this election, and the final vote count will prove it. And they won thanks to Black voters, and thanks to our volunteers, members and donors. Not only did Black voters turn out in record numbers…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
November 2, 2020 at 8:02 PM

[Election Protection Alert] Facebook is blocking Get-Out-the-Vote ads

Our democracy is at stake if Facebook doesn’t clamp down on election misinformation and calls to violence. Facebook must remove misinformation to ensure people don't use the platform to undermine the election.  Tell Facebook #DoYourJob and prevent the platform from being used to influence elec…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 8:24 PM

[action alert] Protect Black Lives

We spent two years building something major to hold prosecutors accountable.   Prosecutors constantly fail Black people with their racist, archaic, and unjust practices. And they're elected officials.  That's why we're taking them on with the first-ever prosecutor directory to hold them …
  Jennifer Edwards, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
October 29, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Work with us to make a professional video to inspire people to vote!

This is your last chance to do something before the election Hey John, There’s just 1 week left until the election? Yeah, I’m shocked too. Whether you’ve voted or still need to, made hundreds of voter phone calls and texts or have just talked to a few friends and family, this week is your l…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 28, 2020 at 9:08 PM

Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed as SCOTUS justice, now what?

TAKE ACTION: Demand your DA does this to protect reproductive freedom.   Amy Coney Barrett's judicial and academic history makes one thing clear: Roe v. Wade will be under serious threat now that she is on the Supreme Court Your District Attorney has the power to intervene by refusing to…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 27, 2020 at 3:42 PM

Twitter is supercharging racial profiling.

    Twitter is supercharging racial profiling. Protect our protestors from police violence.    Take Action Dear John, Twitter must act immediately to stop its developers from facilitating police surveillance of Black protestors and communities. Dataminr, a “Twitter Partner” is hel…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 23, 2020 at 7:16 PM

UPDATE: Breonna Taylor: A grand juror is speaking out.

#JusticeForBre. The fight continues until Daniel Cameron recuses himself.   In a rare move, a grand juror is speaking out and confirming what we knew already — Daniel Cameron sided with killer cops.    He has to go now!  Demand #JusticeforBre John, have you heard the latest in the B…
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 21, 2020 at 8:58 PM

URGENT: McDonald’s supersizes racism.

Support of Black lives isn’t a one-time thing.     McDonald’s is retaliating against former workers. Demand McDonald’s address the harm it poses to Black employees.    Take Action Dear John, McDonald’s supersizes a toxic culture for Black workers. Last week three Black workers were…
  Jade Magnus Ogunnaike, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 20, 2020 at 10:33 PM

PayPal is empowering white nationalist terrorism through their platform.

Demand that PayPal cease all fundraisers to supremacist causes!     Either PayPal is standing with white nationalists or against them! Demand that PayPal cease all fundraisers to white supremacist causes! Take Action Dear John, Demand that PayPal pick a side, and cease all fundrai…
  Color Of Change HQ · [email protected]
October 18, 2020 at 5:56 PM

Megan Thee Stallion’s must-read defense of Black women.

  “Protect Black Women” is more than a hashtag — it’s a critical part of our mission. Source: YouTube/NBC Chip in $3 a month to help us continue the fight to win justice for Black women:  YES, I’LL CHIP IN TO PROTECT BLACK WOMEN John, we wanted to make sure you saw Megan Thee St…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 3:53 PM

Have you heard? Detroit Pistons Owner, Tom Gores is a prison profiteer

We won’t stop fighting for prison phone justice.   Big news: After weeks of public pressure, prison profiteer Tom Gores just resigned from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) board Over the last few weeks, Color Of Change joined forces with Worth Rises to launch a public campaign demanding…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 12:51 AM

UPDATE: Sign the petition: Drop Daniel Cameron

We have to make a pivot. But our fight is far from over. John,  Earlier, we sent you an email to keep up the fight for Breonna Taylor by calling on Kentucky Gov. Beshear to remove Attorney General Daniel Cameron and assign a new special prosecutor.  John, we have to make a quick pivot in our fight t…
  Erika Maye, Color Of Change · [email protected]
October 14, 2020 at 10:13 PM

No pregnancy outcome should mean prison time.

That's why we need you to join our fight. Dear John,  A pregnancy outcome should never result in prison time, but that could be the case in Louisiana. Amendment 1 will be on the ballot this November in Louisiana. If approved, abortions would be banned across the state with no exceptions for rap…
  Jennifer Edwards, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
October 11, 2020 at 1:20 PM

We must elect Joe Biden for President

    John, We're down to the wire. Only 26 days remain before the November 3rd election. We often say that this is the most monumental and consequential election of our times, but that description does not fully capture the stakes this year. Trump's failed response to the pandemic, alignme…
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
October 9, 2020 at 7:36 PM

(event sign up) Black Joy Call Party

Hey John, You're invited to be a part of Color Of Change PAC’s National Black Joy Call Program! Starting next week, we'll be hosting daily Virtual Black Joy Call Parties at 6PM EST leading up to the November 3rd election--which means we can pull up to our computers to chair dance to good m…
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change PAC · [email protected]
October 3, 2020 at 6:44 PM

He said the cops who killed Breonna were “justified in their acts."

Attorney General Daniel Cameron must go. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ AG Daniel Cameron rigged the grand jury to let Breonna Taylor’s killers walk.Help us replace Daniel Cameron and elect prosecutors who will defend Black lives: DONATE NOW: $3   John -- Last week, a grand jury failed to bring …
  Arisha Michelle Hatch, Color Of Change · [email protected]
September 30, 2020 at 7:38 PM

Today's the final day

You can fund our work without giving a dime. Dear John, We have great news! Color Of Change has been selected as one of three nonprofit groups that will receive upwards of $150,000 from CREDO this month. In order to earn the most funding in our continued fight for racial justice, we need the support…
  Scott Roberts, Color Of Change · [email protected]
September 29, 2020 at 7:38 PM

I know your inbox is flooded with news about the election...but this is something different.

We're fighting for Black liberation no matter who gets elected. Power the movement! John,  It seems like every four years we hear the same line: This is the most important election of our lifetime. But that’s not what I’m here to talk to you about today, John. I’m here to let you know what we’re …