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Pennsylvania House Elects Joanna McClinton As First Female Speaker

She is the second Black official to hold the post in the commonwealth’s history.
03/02/2023

Congressman Jonathan Jackson Endorses Underdog Brandon Johnson in Chicago Mayor’s Race

The son of Rev. Jesse Jackson says he respects all the progressives in the race, but supports a fellow former teacher over a longtime politico.
01/17/2023

2022 Midterm Elections: The Black Candidates You Need To Know

From familiar faces to new kids on the block, these candidates bring a unique perspective to politics.
11/04/2022

House Passes CROWN Act to Ban Race-Based Discrimination Against Hairstyles

The law intended to protect people who wear styles like twists, locs and afros will go to the Senate, where it faces an uncertain fate.
03/18/2022

Survivors of 1921 Tulsa Massacre Testify in Congress, Reliving Their Horrific Ordeal

The last three living victims still call for justice.
05/20/2021

George Floyd Justice in Policing Act: 5 Things the New Bill Would Do

The new legislation has several important components.
03/04/2021

Sweeping Legislation That Could Strengthen Voter Power Heads To The House

The provisions of H.R. 1 could change how Americans vote.
03/03/2021

Congresswoman's Phone Hacked and Nude Photos and Videos Leaked by Staffer and Former 'I Love New York' Contestant

Juan McCullum is charged with cyber stalking his ex boss.
07/14/2017
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1965 vs. 2014: Who Represents Us?

Asun L. Morreale runs down a few voting statistics.
10/29/2014

Throwback Thursday: Black Leaders Back in the Day

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President's Weekly Address: End This Government Shutdown

Obama urged Congress to pass a budget.
10/07/2013