Vice President Kamala Harris is well-positioned to make history as the first woman of color to hold the office, but it remains unclear whether Black men will fully support her due to potential sexism and a sense of abandonment by both political parties.
Category: OPINION
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Our tax code rewards corporate price gouging– next year, we can change that
Next year, Congress will have the opportunity to decide whether to continue giving tax breaks to wealthy corporations and the rich, or invest in an economy that works for all Americans.
Posted inCommentary
Harnessing the economic power of the Black community
The African American economy is a significant force in the US, with a buying power projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2024, and efforts to promote entrepreneurship, education, financial inclusion, and cultural industries are essential to harness its potential and foster economic growth.
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Opinion: Black Vote, Black Power: Trump is losing it
Donald Trump is losing momentum in the 2024 presidential election, while Kamala Harris is gaining momentum and Republican pollster Frank Luntz has not seen anything like this in 30 days.
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A letter to the editor
Federal retirees under FERS are urging for fair cost-of-living adjustments, as they receive smaller COLAs compared to CSRS retirees, which undermines their financial security and erodes the value of their benefits.
Posted inCommentary
Libraries are cornerstones of our communities — and they need our help
Conservative politicians are targeting libraries by introducing bills that threaten librarians with prison time for lending books deemed “age-inappropriate,” while libraries continue to provide essential services to their communities, including career services, free meals, and refuge during heatwaves.
Posted inOPINION
Why do they really dislike Kamala Harris? Race and gender the real reason
Vice President Kamala Harris is a highly accomplished politician who has advocated for healthcare reform, the DREAM Act, strict gun control laws, and tax reform, and is now the Democratic 2024 presidential candidate, facing scrutiny due to her identity as the first female, Black vice president.
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Opinion: What the killing of Sonya Massey says about policing and the state of Black people in America
The killing of Sonya Massey by a police officer in her home highlights the societal dehumanization and normalization of violence against Black people, and the need for community control of law enforcement to punish officers who harm people in the community.
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Championing justice: Reflections on serving Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was a tireless advocate for justice and equality, leading to the legislation that made Juneteenth a federal holiday and championing reforms of the nation’s healthcare system.
Posted inOpinion
Black Vote Black Power: Kamala Harris for President
President Joe Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s new nominee for re-election, shifting the momentum away from the Republican Party and towards the Democrats, who must now unite behind Harris to defeat Donald Trump.
Posted inENVIRONMENT
An open letter to the Honorable Michael S. Regan
Congressman Kweisi Mfume has written a letter in support of a petition to establish a nationwide national pollutant discharge elimination system for uncovered rail cars transporting coal, in order to protect the environment and public health from the harmful effects of coal dust pollution.
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Stop the lynching of President Joe Biden
Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. has called for a record voter turnout in the upcoming 2024 election to protect democracy and freedom, and has criticized those who are calling for President Joe Biden to step down.