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flag Morial warns of democratic threats in Memphis amid high poverty, unemployment, and militarized responses.

flag National Urban League President Marc Morial warned of escalating threats to democracy and civil rights in Memphis ahead of the Freedom Awards, citing Project 2025 and rising Black unemployment. flag He called for defending democracy, advancing DEI, and fighting poverty, criticizing the National Guard’s deployment in Memphis as inappropriate. flag Morial highlighted a 22.6% poverty rate in Memphis and soaring housing costs, urging civic engagement and investment in communities over militarized responses. flag The event honored Morial, Velma Jones, and Mark Suzman, with panelists stressing the urgency of voting and equity.

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