The Republican-led House passed a budget bill with historic cuts to Medicaid and Medicare, sparking backlash from Democrats who warn it will strip millions of Americans of health care and essential services to fund tax breaks for the wealthy.
Tag: Democratic Party
Posted inPOLITICS
Kamala Harris ponders future runs for president and California governor
Former V.P. Kamala Harris is considering running for California governor in 2026 and president in 2028. As she weighs options, Black political science experts and professors weigh in on Harris, her connection with the Democratic Party and Black voters.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
November unemployment rises for African Americans, exceeding all employment groups
The November 2024 jobs report revealed a spike in unemployment for Black Americans, prompting White House economists to reflect on the deeper work needed to ensure a lasting economic recovery for Black Americans.
Posted in2024 Elections
House Democrats divided over whom to blame for outcome of 2024 presidential election
Democrats are divided over the reasons for Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 election loss, with some blaming the party’s lack of engagement on key issues and others calling for more proactive leadership.
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7 new African American lawmakers join Congress, strengthening diversity and representationÂ
The Democratic Party will welcome seven Black representatives to the 119th session of Congress, reflecting their commitment to representing a broader spectrum of the American populace and their dedication to addressing the pressing needs of their communities.
Posted in2024 Elections
Black Vote Black Power: 5 big lies about why Donald Trump won
Kamala Harris’s 2024 presidential campaign was a remarkable achievement, despite the misinformation and racism that contributed to her loss, and Democrats should not be discouraged by the outcome.
Posted inOPINION
The big rip: Low wage corporations spent half a trillion inflating CEO pay
Sarah Anderson, director of the Global Economy Project and co-editor of Inequality.org, has found that low-wage workers are not better paid because their employers spend their cash on stock buybacks and CEO pay instead of investing in long-term capital expenditures.
Posted inOPINION
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.
Posted inWord In Black
Kamala Harris for President
Word In Black endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for the next president of the United States, citing her transformational leadership, commitment to civil rights, and advocacy for underserved communities.
Posted inPolitics
Obamas endorse Kamala Harris for president
Vice President Kamala Harris has received the endorsements of Barack and Michelle Obama for her 2024 Democratic presidential bid, following President Joe Biden’s endorsement earlier this month.
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.
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Commentary: An accomplished president must be wise enough to move on for the good of the country
President Biden’s debate performance has raised concerns about his cognitive decline, and he is being advised to continue his campaign, but critics argue that he should voluntarily step aside and allow a younger, more promising candidate to emerge and lead the Democratic Party to victory in November.