Angela Hanks and Jeremy Edwards of The Century Foundation argue that while the 47th president once asked Black voters “What do you have to lose?”, his current presidency has left them with worsening unemployment, rising debt and greater economic vulnerability. They warn that Trump’s economic and social policies — from tariffs to cuts in healthcare, education, and food assistance — are disproportionately harming Black Americans and risk eroding hard-won progress.
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Posted inNational News
White House accuses Obama administration of ‘knowingly lying’ in Russian election interference probe
The White House, via Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, accused former President Barack Obama and his administration of “knowingly lying” in a 2017 intelligence report that concluded Russian interference helped Donald Trump win the 2016 election. The Obama team has rejected the claims as “ridiculous,” while critics say the accusations serve as a distraction from controversies surrounding Trump and the delayed release of Jeffrey Epstein’s files.
Posted inBlack Press
47th president’s personal fortune surges as critics point to historic monetization of presidency
Since his reelection, Trump has doubled his net worth, expanded his business empire, and used the presidency to capitalize on a level of influence and impunity that has redrawn the boundaries of acceptable conduct in Washington.
Posted inPOLITICS
First African-American Labor Secretary Alexis Herman dies at 77
Alexis Herman, pioneering civil servant and the first African American U.S. Secretary of Labor, died on April 25 at age 77, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy for workers’ rights, civil rights, women’s rights and diversity in both government and corporate America. Throughout her groundbreaking career under Presidents Carter and Clinton, and in her work with the Democratic Party and major nonprofits, Herman championed economic empowerment, equal opportunity and leadership development for underserved communities.
Posted inNational News
Lifelong New York civil rights advocate and NAACP leader Hazel Dukes dies at 92
Hazel Dukes, the president of the New York State chapter of the NAACP and a lifelong civil rights advocate, passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy that has touched every aspect of the movement.
Posted inU.S. Government
Denzel Washington, Magic Johnson, Fannie Lou Hamer, among those to receive Medal of Freedom
President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 individuals, including Hillary Clinton, George Soros, Denzel Washington, and Bono, for their contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.
Posted in2024 Elections
Understanding the Electoral College
The Electoral College is a system used to elect the President of the United States, where each state is allocated a number of electoral votes based on its population size, and the candidate with at least 270 electoral votes wins the election.
Posted inPolitics
The tragedies of Eric Adams, Marcellus Williams and Mark Robinson
Three Black men, Eric Adams, Marcellus Williams and Mark Robinson, have recently made headlines for different reasons, highlighting the importance of effective participation in government and the consequences of ignoring the rules.
Posted inReligion
Why this powerful Black Baptist church could soon be in crisis
The National Baptist Convention USA is facing a leadership crisis and financial struggles, with a divided membership and a looming election for the presidency, as well as a decline in membership and political influence.
Posted inCommentary
Reflections on the Democratic National Convention
The 2020 Democratic National Convention in Chicago was a success, with protestors unable to disrupt the excitement of the delegates and friends, and Vice President Kamala Harris receiving the nomination for President of the United States prior to the convention.
Posted in2024 Elections
Dem Lovefest in Chicago a Sharp Contrast to GOP Hate Rally in Milwaukee
What a relief the diverse, future-focused Democratic National Convention is nothing like the dark, divisive message offered last month by Republicans.
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Posted inNational News
Kamala Harris endorsed for president by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, other Maryland leaders
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President in the 2024 election, joining other prominent Democrats in their support of her candidacy.