3RICHMOND, Va. — The NAACP is pushing back hard against rumors that it has endorsed a candidate in Virginia’s upcoming gubernatorial race.

The organization which promotes and defends rights and policies for black Americans today said they didn’t endorse the white woman running for govnernor, but at the same time, aren’t endorsing the black woman either, at least officially.

The organization called any such claims “categorically false,” reaffirming that it supports policies, not politicians.

NAACP Virginia State Conference President Rev. Cozy Bailey said the group’s only focus is protecting voting rights and empowering communities across the Commonwealth.

Key Points

NAACP denies endorsing any Virginia gubernatorial candidate

Organization emphasizes voter mobilization and policy advoc

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