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GOP Sen. Tim Scott Announces Presidential Exploratory Committee, Accuses Democrats Of ‘Weaponizing Race’

The senate’s only Black Republican could be facing a crowded field of Republicans vying to get the party’s nomination.
04/12/2023

NAACP Leader Says Virginia State Senator Told Him ‘I’ll Rip Your Heart Out’

Lafayette Jefferson said the threat from Sen. Joe Morrissey stemmed from his opposition to a legislative bill that he opposed.
02/03/2022
Michelle Obama on BET Buzz 2020.

Michelle Obama Wants To Register One Million New Voters Before Mid-Term Elections

The former FLOTUS is forming a coalition to push voter reform.
01/09/2022

After Collapse Of Police Reform Bill Talks, Supporters Express Dismay, Cast Blame

There was hope for reform, but the prospect now seems lost.
09/23/2021

AG Merrick Garland Proposes DOJ Budget Increase To Improve Civil Rights Enforcement

The budget seeks to provide more protections.
05/04/2021

Rep. Val Demings Says She’s Considering Running For One Of Two Powerful Positions

She is looking at a run for U.S. Senate or governor.
04/28/2021

This Day in Black History: Feb. 21, 1940

Congressman and activist John Lewis was born on Feb. 21, 1940.
02/21/2021

This Day in Black History: Nov. 14, 1954

Condoleezza Rice, a former secretary of state, was born.
11/14/2020

This Day in Black History: Nov. 3, 1983

Jesse Jackson announced his candidacy for president.
11/03/2020

2020 Election: 10 Black Candidate House and Senate Races To Watch

Black candidates may change the political landscape.
11/03/2020

Trump Claims He’s The 'Least Racist Person In The Room' During Final Debate, Biden Calls Him A 'Dogwhistle'

The statement was made during the final debate.
10/23/2020