By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Black Voters Matter (BVM) led a virtual briefing with Black media on April 1, alerting people to escalating attacks on voting rights and urging them to remain vigilant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Leaders highlighted current legislative proposals and court cases that could redefine voter access nationwide, particularly in […]
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What would Dr. King say? Three activists weigh in
As Black Americans face rollbacks of DEI initiatives, attacks on voting rights, economic inequality and efforts to erase history, three activists reflect on what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. might say today. They see his message as a call to organize, resist and use every available tool—votes, voices and collective power—to confront systemic injustice.
Posted inPolitics
We are the resistance: Black America and the fight for the future
One year into the 47th U.S. presidency, Black leaders across the nation are sounding the alarm and mobilizing communities to resist what they describe as an unprecedented assault on civil rights, democracy, and Black progress. From mayors to activists, their message is unified: survival and victory will depend on collective power, courage, and an unwavering commitment to protect and uplift Black America.
Posted inCongressional Black Caucus (CBC)
Black women and workers lead urgent call to action at CBCF conference
At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 54th Annual Legislative Conference, Black women leaders and labor advocates highlighted the urgent need to defend civic power, public education, and workers’ rights amid rising unemployment and attacks on equity. Panelists called for unity, grassroots organizing, and bold action to secure justice and opportunity for Black communities.
Posted inPolitics
Black Voters Matter relaunches expands We Fight Back Campaign amid constant attacks
Black Voters Matter has relaunched its We Fight Back campaign, expanding its focus from voting rights to strengthening Black communities through healthcare advocacy, environmental justice, legal support, youth engagement and mutual aid networks. The campaign aims to resist rollbacks in civil rights and democracy while building lasting political and economic power.
Posted in2024 Elections
Navigating the ballot: Key issues facing voters in the 2024 general election
Black voters are facing a pivotal moment in the upcoming elections, as candidates at national, state and local levels address critical issues such as health disparities, wealth gaps, reproductive rights, voter suppression, and education.
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Leaders discuss democracy in America, closing racial economic wealth gap at Black legislative conference
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 2024 Annual Legislative Conference discussed democracy in America and closing the racial economic wealth gap, with speakers including Governor Wes Moore, LaTosha Brown, Dr. Michael McAfee, Alexis McGill Johnson, and Derrick Johnson.