This Day in Black History: Nov. 8, 1966
Edward W. Brooke is the first African-American elected to the U.S. Senate on Nov. 8, 1966....
Commentary: Tim Scott Is the Clarence Thomas of Congress
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley today announced that Rep. Tim Scott will become that state's new se...
This Day in Black History: Nov. 8, 1966
Edward W. Brooke III awarded seat in U.S. Senate....
Commentary: Congratulations, William "Mo" Cowan
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick made history when he announced the appointment of William "Mo" Cow...
Deval Patrick Names African-American to Fill U.S. Senate Seat
William "Mo" Cowan will fill seat vacated by Sen. John Kerry until a special election is held....
Oldest Black Frat Gets Fat Gift From First Black Senator
Posted Nov. 26, 2008 – Sen. Edward Brooke and his wife donated $100,000 to Alpha Phi Alpha, confirm...
Earl Weakens but Still Powerful as It Passes by NC
Earl Weakens but Still Powerful as It Passes by NC...
Commentary: Obama, King and the Intersection of Two Prominent Lives
There is significance to Barack Obama taking the oath of office on the day the nation commemorates ...
Commentary: The Disturbing Picture From Tampa
Scenes from the audience at the Republican National Convention show a party that not all Americans ...
