Children need homes, not ethnic politics

Article Abstract:

County officials in Hennepin, MN, have been actively blocking transracial adoptions on the basis of a policy espoused by the National Assn of Black Social Workers in 1975. The state's Minority Preservation Act which directs that relatives and same race families should be given preference in processing children for adoption, has been used as the legal basis for imposing same-race adoption policies. The NAACP has been involved in countering this policy because it is segregationist. Moreover, NAACP believes that transracial adoption would provide children with a better environment than foster homes.

Social aspects, Interracial adoption, African American children, Segregation

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To all loyal supporter - a heartfelt thanks

Article Abstract:

NAACP Executive Director Benjamin Hooks acknowledges the support provided by various religious organizations to the NAACP in the 15 years of his tenure. The NAACP re-established the Department of religious Affairs during Hook's tenure. This department has been instrumental in generating financial and moral support from a number of black churches nationwide. Hook also acknowledges the support given by Greek-letter organizations, the Masonic groups, United Supreme Council and the National Newspaper Publishers Assn.

Political activity, Interview, NAACP

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