McKissick
Americannoun
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McKissick remembered Graham as dedicated to helping his party across levels and in sometimes little-noticed ways, assisting county organizations and down-ballot candidates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
The leader of our group was 19-year-old Joycelyn McKissick, a fellow student of mine and the daughter of Floyd McKissick, a local civil rights leader and lawyer hated by many Whites in the area.
From Salon ● Apr. 18, 2025
Robin Armstrong, a committee member from Texas, said on Thursday that he had reached out to Mr. McKissick to offer his support.
From New York Times ● Feb. 9, 2024
McKissick said the shooting took place in the historic New Town neighborhood, which now needs love and affirmation.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 27, 2023
As youth advisor to the state NAACP, McKissick spread the gospel of direct action among North Carolina’s black students.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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