May 20th 2024.
Recently, the decision made by the Spring Cove School District in Pennsylvania to remove the hymn "Lift Every Voice and Sing" from a student choral concert on May 7 has caused quite a stir. Members of the Blair County NAACP's executive board have launched an investigation into the matter, seeking answers and accountability.
According to reports from the Altoona Mirror, District Superintendent Betsy Baker and Middle School Principal Amy Miller were the ones who made the call to remove the hymn from the concert after students expressed concerns. Their main goal was to ensure that everyone would feel comfortable and be able to participate without any potential controversy brewing in the community.
However, this decision has been met with scrutiny and calls for accountability. Spring Cove School Board President Troy Wright acknowledged that it was a difficult situation, stating that they can't make everyone happy. Their job is to find a balance between those who support the decision and those who don't.
One district parent, Stephen Hershberger, shed light on another factor behind the hymn's removal - concerns about maintaining order at the event. The music department had initially chosen "Lift Every Voice and Sing" as one of the songs for the concert, believing it to be a fitting selection. But after it was removed, another song was chosen to fill the spot.
The hymn, written in 1900 by James Weldon Johnson and J. Rosamond Johnson and often referred to as "The Black National Anthem," holds great significance as the NAACP's anthem for over a century. Andrae Holsey, President of the Blair County NAACP, stated that the branch plans to take an aggressive approach in addressing the issue, including public press conferences to discuss why this anthem could ever be considered divisive, especially considering its long-standing history.
In related news, there has been some controversy surrounding Cardi B's recent statement about withdrawing her vote in the 2024 Election. NAACP President Andrae Holsey has expressed a desire to have a conversation with the rapper about her decision. It seems that issues of diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of many discussions and debates, and it is important for all voices to be heard and considered.
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