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NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith expressed his enthusiasm for the alignment of values between the union and Black Men Vote, stating, "Voting is one of the greatest weapons we have in our ongoing march for justice. Together, I'm excited to see what we will accomplish as we work to make sure that every voice is heard at the polls " Larry Williams Jr , Executive Director of Black Men Vote, acknowledged the NFLPA's impact and shared commitment to important issues, remarking, "We are proud to count them as a critical partner in our efforts to register and engage Black men across America in the voting process, and are excited that they have chosen to use their platform in support of this important goal "

Under this partnership, BMV and the NFLPA will cultivate relationships with former and current players who are passionate about supporting voting rights and civic engagement. The initiative will involve collaborating with athletes to amplify messaging, promote voter registration, and encourage civic participation among their fans and followers, with a particular focus on advancing voting rights and participation among Black men

The NFLPA, founded in 1956, serves as the union for professional football players in the National Football League

With a strong commitment to safeguarding players' rights and interests, the NFLPA has played a pivotal role in negotiating collective bargaining agreements and advocating for social causes Learn more at www nflpa com Black Men Vote, a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington, DC, strives to educate, inform, and inspire Black men to vote at all levels of government. Since 2020, www.jeyteforcolumbus.com