Tiffany D. Cross Is Ready To 'Say It Louder'
The political journalist, who is ready to tackle the publishing industry with her upcoming book Say It Louder, talks exclusively…
In Her We Trust
Who Will Be The First Woman VP?
Joe Biden has pledged to ask an accomplished woman to join his ticket. ESSENCE talked to two of the front-runners.
It Is Our Will To Persevere To Push America Forward
In an op-ed, Candace Valenzuela, a candidate for Congress in Texas’s 24th Congressional District, writes about the realities Black and…
Es Nuestra Voluntad de Perseverar Lo Que Empujará A Los Estados Unidos Hacia Adelante
En un artículo de opinión, Candace Valenzuela, candidata al Congreso en el 24 ° Distrito del Congreso de Texas, escribe…
Jennifer McClellan Enters Virginia Gubernatorial Race With Goal To Become First Black Woman Governor
Virginia State Sen. Jennifer McClellan has announced her bid to become the first Black woman governor of the Commonwealth and…
From Activist To Congresswoman: Lucy McBath Talks About Her First Term In Office
Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) speaks to ESSENCE about how her life’s unique experiences, beyond the murder of her son, have…
Justice Patricia Timmons-Goodson: This Is Our Moment To Reimagine The Justice System
The first Black woman to serve as North Carolina Supreme Court Justice, and a candidate for Congress shares her thoughts…
Lauren Underwood Speaks On Effective Leadership
Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL) spoke to ESSENCE about how she’s handling her business in Congress and why she is encouraging…
Black Nurse, Leader And Legislator Wants Action To Keep Elections Safe For All Voters
Tennessee Senator Katrina Robinson says we must have a choice in how people cast a ballot while COVID-19 remains a…
I Know What It’s Like To Be A Mother On The Frontlines
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jackie Gordon, a candidate for Congress in New York’s 2nd District, writes about being a mother on…