By Charlene Crowell Kristen Clarke, confirmed as assistant attorney general for civil rights, U. S. Department of Justice. (Courtesy Photo) (TriceEdneyWire.com) – In recent years, many people of different races and ethnicities have fought against rollbacks to hard-won racial progress. From health disparities exposed in the COVID-19 pandemic, to voting rights, […]
Black Politics
Ohio Rep. Beatty runs for CBC Chair to ‘build on the successes that we already have’
In an exclusive interview with theGrio, Ohio Rep. Joyce Beatty wants to focus on COVID-19, economic turmoil and social justice if she becomes chairwoman of the CBC By Stephanie Guerilus Image: (Credit: Rep. Joyce Beatty) Rep. Joyce Beatty of Ohio has formally announced her candidacy for Congressional Black Caucus Chair in order […]
This Black, Queer, Muslim Candidate Could Make History In Oklahoma
Progressive Mauree Turner, running for state House, is hoping to become the first Muslim lawmaker in Oklahoma history. By Sarah Ruiz-Grossman PHOTO COURTESY OF MAUREE TURNER Mauree Turner never thought she’d run for office. “I’m Black, Muslim, femme, queer, born and raised in Oklahoma — politics was the last thing […]
Esteemed Black Jurist And Former NFL Player Could Become First Openly Gay Judge To Sit On California Supreme Court
“To some young person who may be out there today, who is struggling with their identity, anyone who knows me knows that my identity as a gay man has perhaps been one of the greatest challenges of my life,” Martin Jenkins said by Keka Araújo Stock photo of gavel / Photo Credit: Getty Images […]
Black Votes Matter: What Eliminating The Electoral College Would Mean For African Americans
The electoral college has the effect of diluting the Black vote. Written By Nigel Roberts Photo: Encyclopaedia Britannica / Getty UPDATED: 9:30 a.m. ET, Sept. 22, 2020 — Scrutiny of the Electoral College got was a top trending topic Tuesday morning after CNN’s Don Lemon called for “the entire system” to be overhauled. Lemon’s argument […]
‘It’s Over’: Jamaal Bowman Speaks Out After Beating Longtime Congressman In New York Primary
As of Friday, there were 54 Black members serving in Congress. That number is now expected to grow by at least one. By Bruce C.T. Wright Photo: Stephanie Keith / Getty Jamaal Bowman‘s historic primary victory over a longtime New York Congressman all but guarantees that there will be another Black […]
For Black women mayors, rising national profiles come with political risk
Black women lead four of America’s most prominent cities at a historic time for race relations. Activists question whether they’re meeting the moment. By MAYA KING Black women mayors are having a moment. They’re also facing a daunting political challenge. Mayors Keisha Lance Bottoms, Muriel Bowser, Lori Lightfoot, and London Breed […]
Vanessa Williams is Making a Difference with Thousands of Black Mayors
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The International Association of Mayors of African Descent is visionary mayors and leaders united for the purpose and vision of establishing the platform in which education, empowerment, and economic development through trust, trade, training, and tourism. June 20, 2020 By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia […]
Stacey Abrams Says She’s ‘Willing To Serve’ If Biden Asks Her To Be VP Pick
“I learned that if I didn’t speak up for myself no one else would,” the former Georgia gubernatorial candidate said on “Meet the Press.” 04/27/2020 07:02 am ET By Nick Visser Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams (D) said Sunday she would be “willing to serve” should Joe Biden ask […]
Congressional Black Caucus and NNPA Demand Stimulus Inclusion
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Thanks to the efforts of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Democrats have secured $60 billion in new Small Business Administration PPP funding dedicated to small lenders and community-based financial institutions. They’ve also secured $50 billion for the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, which will allow […]