How ESSENCE Covered The 2020 Presidential Election On The Road
ESSENCE traveled across the country to follow several presidential candidates on the campaign trail in the 24 Hours With series.
Democratic Senators Push For Americans To Receive Monthly $2,000 Check During Pandemic
Sens. Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders and Ed Markey are proposing legislation to give $2,000 per month to individuals making less than $120,000.
Sanders Campaign Blasts New York State Board Of Elections For Canceling Presidential Primary
In a statement, the Sanders campaign says the New York State Board of Elections is denying voters of their right to express their preference for president.
If Workers Are So Essential, Pay Them Like It
I have been captivated lately by a viral clip of Popeyes employees smacking the stupid out of some of its uncouth customers. Some of that is rooted in me watching […]
Trump Says He's 'Amazed' That Obama Hasn't Endorsed Biden
Trump also said that Obama had to support Biden at some point because "he certainly does not want to see me for four more years."
Bernie Sanders To End Presidential Campaign
With Sanders' exit from the running, former Vice President Joe Biden path to being the Democratic nominee has been cleared.
Biden Dominates Primaries In 3 States, Widening Lead Over Sanders
The former vice-president claimed a sweeping victory in the Florida, Illinois and Arizona, doubling his delegate lead over Bernie Sanders.
New Florida Poll Shows Biden With 44-Point Lead Over Sanders
With Florida having 219 delegates up for grabs, should Biden seal a victory there, it could spell trouble for the Sanders campaign.
Elizabeth Warren’s Endorsement Wouldn’t Have Changed The Outcome
On Tuesday morning, Bill de Blasio sounded Trumpian, naive and almost dangerous, while discussing the coronavirus on MSNBC’s Morning Joe. Yet, somehow, that turned out not to be not the […]
Biden Secures Big Wins In March 10 Primaries
The former Vice-President is keeping his winning streak alive and widening the distance between him and rival Senator Bernie Sanders.
Rev. Jesse Jackson Endorses Bernie Sanders For President
The announcement comes shortly after Sen. Kamala Harris endorsed Sanders' rival, Joe Biden.
Senator Kamala Harris Endorses Joe Biden For President
The former presidential candidate announced Sunday that she would "do everything in my power" to help Biden secure the election.
Someone Held Up A Nazi Flag At A Bernie Sanders Rally
The flag, which appeared behind Bernie Sanders as he was speaking at a rally in Phoenix on Thursday night, sparked concerns for his safety.
Joe Biden Makes Stunning Comeback With Super Tuesday Wins
Former Vice President Joe Biden won 9 of the 14 states up for grabs, officially turning the Democratic primary into a two-man race.
Public Enemy Says They Didn't Split With Flavor Flav Over Bernie Sanders, Claims He's Been Suspended Since 2016
After three decades, the iconic hip-hop group known as Public Enemy confirmed it would be "moving forward without Flavor Flav."
Medicare For All Will Help Improve The Lives Of Black Women
In an exclusive op-ed, Sen. Bernie Sanders explains why Black women will benefit from Medicare for All.
Bernie Sanders Leads New National Poll By Double Digits
The Washington Post-ABC News poll shows that support for Sanders, who performed well in Iowa and New Hampshire, continues to surge.
Bernie Sanders Disavows ‘Bernie Bro’ Behavior At CNN Town Hall
Presidential frontrunner Bernie Sanders has called on his supporters to stop the "vicious attacks" against those who do not support his run.
Bernie Sanders Secures Victory In New Hampshire
Former Vice-President Joe Biden, long thought of as a favorite in the presidential race, finished in fifth place, with barely 8 percent of the vote.