Historic Justice Department appointment: Kristen Clarke confirmed as first Black woman to lead Civil Rights Division
By Charlene Crowell Kristen Clarke, confirmed as assistant attorney general for civil rights, U. S. Department…
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,…
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…
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…
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:…
‘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…
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…
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…
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…
Congressional Black Caucus and NNPA Demand Stimulus Inclusion
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Thanks to the efforts of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Democrats have…