Eric Garner’s Mother Testifies Before Congress About Unconstitutional Policing Practices
The outspoken matriarch questioned why criminal charges were not brought against the officers who played a role in ending her son's life.
Democratic Leaders Push For Marijuana Decriminalization
The Chair of the House Democratic Caucus and the Senate House Minority Leader have teamed up to reintroduce a measure that will legitimize pot use.
From Hip Hop’s Streets To The House Floor: Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Is Bringing It The Brooklyn Way
The newly minted House Democratic Caucus Chair is climbing in Congress and bringing the borough that birthed him along for the ride.
Rep. Barbara Lee Deserved Better
When people mention how Black women have been the conscience of the Democratic Party, Lee's history of risk-taking makes her stand out from the crowd, and it's time she was recognized for it.