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Since our founding, LDF has been dedicated to eliminating racial bias and discrimination from every corner of society. In 1963, LDF attorney Conrad Pearson challenged segregated hospital care in Simkins v. Moses Cone Memorial Hospital. #LDF80 ImageImage
After struggling to find space for a patient in need at the local all-Black hospital, George Simkins [pictured] enlisted LDF to challenge the racial segregation at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital. Image
The U.S. Fourth Circuit Court found that the hospital, which received federal funds, was in violation of the equal protection clause. The ruling in the case granted Black doctors and patients equal privileges and services in hospitals in NC, SC, MD, VA & WV. Image
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Today, March 20, 2020, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund turns 80 years old. Founded in 1940 by a group of courageous & visionary Black lawyers, incl’g #ThurgoodMarshall, @NAACP_LDF sought to transform a country rife w/ racism & racial inequity w/out a blueprint or roadmap. #LDF80 1/5
In this time of turmoil, I can’t think of a better place to fight for the dignity of humanity & especially of Black ppl than @NAACP_LDF. Few advocacy orgs created by us & for us have endured this long. And, we’re committed to cont the fight for our future. Happy #LDF80! 2/5
I came to LDF as a @FriedFrank fellow in 2000. 20 yrs laters, I am proud to support @sifill_LDF in leading this distinctive legacy institution, home to legendary lawyers like #ConstanceBakerMotley #JackGreenberg and my personal heroes #ElaineJones and #TedShaw. #LDF80 3/5
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In a defining moment in the history of the United States, the ruling in #BrownvBoard reshaped America. The landmark case dismantled the “separate but equal” doctrine and became one of the most celebrated victories in LDF’s history. #LDF80
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Thurgood Marshall was the mastermind behind the five coordinated lawsuits that would become #BrownvBoard and enlisted Jack Greenberg, Constance Baker Motley & other attorneys to help. Read more about the legal minds of #BrownvBoard and their success. naacpldf.org/ldf-celebrates…
LDF Women played a pivotal role in the success of #Brown. From Constance Baker Motley writing the original complaint to Katherine Carper Sawyer signing on to the lawsuit first, these women were some of the heroes of desegregation. #LDF80 naacpldf.org/our-thinking/l…
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The #COVID19 pandemic has touched every corner of the globe.

Here in the United States, it has shone a light on the fissures in society that innumerable civil rights lawyers & activists have dedicated their lifetimes to fixing.
Today, on the 80th anniversary of @NAACP_LDF's founding, current President and Director-Counsel Sherrilyn Ifill (@Sifill_LDF) shares words of encouragement in light of the challenges we are facing right now. #LDF80

Watch the full message: naacpldf.org/news/a-message…
80 years of advancement.
1 unchanging purpose.

Learn more about how @NAACP_LDF has shaped the country in its relentless pursuit of justice:
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