; Whereas the League has been a national leader in the fight against unfair laws, economic inequality, inequity, and systemic racism, and is dedicated to eradicating these social and economic injustices through the development of programs, authoritative public policy research, and advocacy for policies and services that close equality and equity gaps; Whereas through its Equitable Justice and Democracy work, the League is advocating for justice and fairness for all through police reform, the removal of unjust systemic barriers in the Nation’s criminal justice system, the protection of voting rights, and the preservation of freedoms to fully participate in our Nation’s democracy and civic processes; Whereas through its 110 years of service, the National Urban League has been pivotal in improving the lives of millions of African Americans and other underserved communities in combating poverty, achieving civil rights, and gaining economic prosperity; and Whereas the National Urban League remains an essential organization today: Now, therefore, be it