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Black Women Leading the Fight For Voting Rights
This summer has brought protests, rallies and arrests for the cause.
GOP Senators Block "For the People Act"
After Republican filibuster to block the sweeping voting rights legislation, White House, voting rights advocates vow to fight.
Black LGBTQ Elders Face Unique Hurdles. They're Calling on Congress to Act.
This Pride Month, Black LGBTQ elders are calling for $450 million of President Biden’s American Jobs Plan to target programs…
Black Women’s Roundtable Focuses on Voting Rights & Police Reform at Critical Time
“It’s important for Black women to leverage our vote, our leadership and our voices,” said Melanie L. Campbell, President &…
Black Voters Matter to Kick Off “Freedom Ride” for Voting Rights on Juneteenth
Dozens of national organizations will partner with BVM on voter outreach amid suppression efforts.
Maya Wiley Could Become New York City’s First Woman Mayor
The candidate could also be just the second Black mayor in New York City’s history.
Attorney General Merrick Garland Announces Plans to Protect Voting Rights
The new AG announced plans to double enforcement staff to protect the right to vote.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley Introduces Legislation to Address Childhood Trauma
The goal is to promote healing and support kids, families, and communities.
Rep. Ilhan Omar Speaks Out Against U.S., Israel Human Rights Violations, Faces Backlash
The GOP and Democrats have joined in condemning the Minnesota lawmaker for speaking up against human rights violations perpetuated abroad.
Congresswoman Val Demings Makes U.S. Senate Run Official
If she wins, Demings would be the only Black woman senator and first woman to represent Florida in the U.S.…