News
Mar 20, 2025
Trump Administration Rescinds Ban On "Segregated Facilities" In Federal Contracts
"While segregation is still illegal, this change sends a CLEAR message," said civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
Politics
News
Mar 19, 2025
Answering The Call: 15 Black Women Leading The Fight For Voting Rights Protection
The Global Black Economic Forum and Election Protection are highlighting changemakers working to safeguard democracy nationwide through the "Ojo Asé: Black Women Answering the Call" campaign.
News
Mar 10, 2025
Killed For Voting Then, Blocked From Voting Now: A History Of Attacks On Black Political Power
From racial terror to literacy tests to modern-day voter suppression, efforts to silence Black political power have never stopped.
News
Mar 5, 2025
Trump Doubles Down On Divisive Agenda In Address To Congress, Sparking Bold Resistance From Black Leaders
As the President embraced and divisiveness in his first address, critics, including U.S. Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, countered with boycotts, protests in the chamber and their own livestreams.
News
Feb 20, 2025
Frederick Douglass Parade Canceled After Maryland National Guard Bows Out Following Trump’s Anti-DEI Order
After the Department of Defense declared “identity months” like Black History Month “dead,” National Guard units reportedly declined to participate in the parade.
News
Feb 19, 2025
Department Of Education Gives Schools Two Weeks To Cut DEI Programs Or Risk Losing Federal Funding
The DOE has ordered institutions to stop using “racial preferences” in admissions, financial aid, hiring, or any other areas.
News
Feb 11, 2025
Trump’s War On Diversity, Equity And Inclusion: Understanding The Impact Of His Latest Executive Orders
As Trump dismantles DEI in government and beyond, Black workers stand to lose the most—what’s at stake?
News
Jan 31, 2025
Trump Makes Baseless Claim That Diversity Policies Are To Blame For Deadly DC Plane Crash
Without presenting any proof, President Trump linked the deadly DC plane crash to diversity initiatives and the previous Democratic administrations.
Lifestyle
Jan 30, 2025
We Need More Than Self-Care To Overcome The Stress Of Trump’s Presidency
Anna Ortega-Williams, PhD, LMSW, a licensed master social worker, spoke to ESSENCE about the need for community care as Black women navigate the mental toll of the president’s agenda.
News
Jan 28, 2025
Black Excellence At The White House: These Women Led And Inspired During The Biden Administration
Meet the dynamic Black women who have shaped policy and progress in pivotal government roles over the last four years.
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Politics
Jul 31, 2019
Kamala Harris To Black Women: ‘The Power Is In Your Hands’
The presidential hopeful sat down with ESSENCE and discussed her plans for underserved communities of color. She also shared a message for Black women voters.
News
Feb 26, 2024
‘A Lot Of Black People Are Wondering, What Are We Getting For Our Loyalty?’ ESSENCE Black Futures Now Honorees Speak Candidly About The Upcoming Election
Changemakers Angela Ferrell-Zabala and Mawuli Davis joined ESSENCE for a timely community conversation this Black History Month.
News
Feb 23, 2024
How To Actually Win The Black Vote? ESSENCE 'Black Futures Now' Honorees Remind Us That Pandering Won't Work
Changemakers Maisie Brown, Alphonso David, and Alicia Garza joined ESSENCE for a panel this Black Futures Month.
Kamala's Corner
News
Aug 12, 2019
Kamala Harris Slams Trump's 'Campaign Of Terror' Against Immigrants
Sen. Kamala Harris blasted the ICE raid that occurred a few days after the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, which targeted Latinx people.
Politics
Jul 31, 2019
Kamala Harris To Black Women: ‘The Power Is In Your Hands’
The presidential hopeful sat down with ESSENCE and discussed her plans for underserved communities of color. She also shared a message for Black women voters.
Kamala's Corner
Jun 24, 2020
Breonna Taylor Wanted to Save Lives, We Must Honor Hers
In an op-ed for ESSENCE, Sen. Kamala Harris explains how and why we must honor Breonna Taylor’s life.
Booker's Bulletin
Yes, Girl Podcast
Jul 30, 2019
Cory Booker Speaks On The Black Women Who Have Played The Biggest Role His Life
Cory Booker shared his commitment to Black women and our community with “Yes, Girl” hosts Cori Murray and Charli Penn.
Videos
Jul 26, 2019
Sen. Cory Booker: ‘This Election Can’t Just Be About Trump’
In an interview with ESSENCE’s News & Politics Director Yesha Callahan, Booker said that it’s not enough for voters to know what he’s against, but also what he’s for.
Op-Ed
Jun 19, 2019
Cory Booker On Juneteenth And Honoring Our Ancestors: 'We Must Pay It Forward'
In his first op-ed for ESSENCE, Cory Booker shares how the spirit of the holiday should be celebrated and how he would fulfill the legacies of those who fought for emancipation.
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News
Nov 6, 2024
Kamala Harris Delays Addressing Supporters At Howard University Amid Narrowing Path To Victory
"We still have votes to count. We still have states that have not been called. You will hear from her tomorrow," said Harris campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond.
News
Nov 5, 2024
Historic Victory: Angela Alsobrooks To Become Maryland's First Black U.S. Senator
Alsobrooks is set to bring her deep-rooted experience to Congress, where she joins a small, historic cohort of Black women who have served in the Senate.
News
Nov 5, 2024
Lisa Blunt Rochester Makes History, Will Become Delaware's First Black Female Senator
With this win, Blunt Rochester becomes only the fourth Black woman Senator in U.S. history
Beauty
Nov 5, 2024
8 Times Kamala Harris Gave Us Beauty Inspiration
The Vice President’s most inspiring corporate beauty moments
News
Nov 5, 2024
109-Year-Old Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Casts Vote For Kamala Harris In 2024 Election
"If this is my last ballot, then I'm grateful that it's for Kamala Harris," said Lessie Benningfield Randle.
News
Nov 5, 2024
Did You Know?: Shirley Chisholm Was The First Black Woman Elected To Congress 56 Years Ago
On November 5, 1968, Chisholm made history when she won her race to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District.
Politics
Nov 5, 2024
8 Voter Suppression Tactics For Black Voters To Look Out For On Election Day
As you make your way to the polls today, here are 8 common voter suppression tactics to be aware of, helping ensure that you and others in your community can exercise your right to vote freely and fairly.
Beauty
Nov 4, 2024
How Black Women Can Prioritize Wellness This Election Season
Dive into the beauty and wellness resources geared towards Black women as we await election results.