FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) of Snohomish County to Investigate Misinformation Surrounding Young Black City Councilmember Josh Binda. 

Everett, May 4, 2023– The NAACP of Snohomish County announced today that it has launched an investigation into the alleged targeting of City Councilmember Joshua Binda by the media and fellow Lynnwood City Councilmembers. 

The NAACP of Snohomish County is specifically investigating if misinformation is being used to justify actions against Joshua Binda, the youngest Black council member in Snohomish County. The NAACP of Snohomish County recognizes that young black voices are often maliciously silenced, and this investigation aims to shed light on any injustices Council member Binda may have faced. 

“Given the current climate in the Country, we are deeply concerned that young black voices are being targeted and suppressed. Having recently witnessed the attempt to silence Representatives Justin Pearson and Justin Jones in Tennessee, we realize this may be endemic nationwide. Discriminatory behavior has no place in our County, and we plan to expose it if it exists,” said NAACP Snohomish County President Dr. Janice R. Greene. 

The NAACP of Snohomish County will update the community about the progress of the investigation as they receive more information. 

The NAACP of Snohomish County remains committed to its mission to ensure political, educational, social, and economic equality for all citizens and to eliminate race-based discrimination.