CRRS

The Civil Rights Race Series commemorates events during the Civil Rights Movement through the sport of running.

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CHILDREN + HUNGER
According to the CDF, did you know nearly 4 out of 10 black & hispanic children don't have enough food to eat during this pandemic? Make a difference. No child should ever go hungry or wonder where there next meal is coming from. Sign up. https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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Now, that you've finished your long run, walked a few miles, or cycled with some friends, have you cast your vote? Have you completed your pledge, signed up for more miles or shared your inspirational #beCAUSEofHER womxn stories? Register at https://t.co/nQ3kKOIrY7.

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Early voting polls have opened up for many of us this week with stories of people waiting 7 and 8 hours in line to cast their vote even in the rain. Voters understand the significance and power of their voices being heard in the voting booth.Visit https://t.co/nQ3kKOIrY7 GO VOTE!

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#beCAUSEofHER Lawyer & social activist Marian Wright Edelman aided blacks in the south during the Civil Rights movement as they asserted their right to vote. In 1973, she founded CDF , the leading advocate for children's and families' rights. Visit https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh today.

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Do you or your children know the power behind that voting sticker? Have you ever explained the power of their voice in creating change, how hard people had to fight for their voices to be heard in the world or behind the curtains of a voting booth? https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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Shirley Chisholm was the 1st Black congresswomxn representing NY in the U.S. House for 7 terms. She ran 4 the 1972 Dem nom 4 the presidency—becoming the 1st major-party black person 2 do so. #beCAUSEofHERican and I am. GO VOTE!
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#beCAUSEofHER, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg campaigned and championed for womxn's rights, gender equality and against gender discrimination during her lifetime as a professor, lawyer, author, leader, advocate & a Supreme Court Justice. https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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You have 6 weeks left to sign up for Phase II of the CRRS 1 Million Miles towards Justice Campaign benefitting the Children's Defense Fund, one of the non-profit organizations we're highlighting & donating a portion of the race proceeds. https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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Happy Friday! The CRRS appreciate your continued support in this Phase II movement supporting The Children's Defense Fund, Women's rights and empowerment, gender equality and voting! Share the movement! For more info or to register visit https://t.co/nQ3kKOIrY7

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The CRRS is excited to announce it's "beCAUSEof HER I am/I can campaign celebrating wimxn's empowerment, gender equality & leadership in addition to our 1 Million Miles for Justice campaign as we are heading to the polls come Nov 3rd. Register at https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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CDF's Leave No Child Behind® mission is to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start and a Moral Start in life & successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities. Register 4 Phase II at https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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Today is #nationalvoterregistrationday The CRRS is continuing the fight against racial inequalities, social injustices & voter suppression. Your voice and vote matter! Election day is Nov 3rd. See you at the polls. https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh https://t.co/5lVlLZau78

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Guess what? The Civil Rights Race Series organizers have their own one million miles for justice team! If you're a registered individual, still thinking about registering, or need the accountability and support of being on a team, join #teamCRRS!
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On September 15, 1963, Addie Mae Collins, Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, & Carol Denise McNair were murdered in the 16th St. Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Al. Even after 57 years, we as the CRRS are still fighting the same fight. https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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Tomorrow is the last day to save $10 off phase II registration if you're a past participant of the 1 million miles for justice campaign benefitting the Children's Defense Fund. Be sure to sign up today! See you on the pavement.
Happy Monday! https://t.co/DBpsWHuYIh

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As a way to show our appreciation for your continued support, we are offering all returning participants $10 off registration until Tuesday, September 15th & an exclusive 1 Million Miles for Justice Phase 1 Finisher badge. Check your email or junk folder. See you on the pavement!

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We would like to extend our appreciation to @CivilRightsRS and all those who participated in the One Million Miles for Justice campaign to raise funds to help fight against injustices in our communities.

For every mile, thank you.

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