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August 19th, 2024
Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz speaking at a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona (Photo Credit: Gage Skidmore). The Democratic National Convention starts in Chicago on Monday, but this year feels very different. After a surprising change in the Democratic ticket, the convention is ready … Continued
August 19th, 2024
By Joseph Williams This article was originally published on Word In Black. In Georgia four years ago, Stacey Abrams was well positioned to make history as the first Black woman in the U.S. to ever occupy a governor’s mansion. Running neck-and-neck with Gov. Brian Kemp, a white Republican, heading into election day, Abrams had the Black … Continued
August 18th, 2024
Trump finds himself forced to pay in advance for his campaign rallies after leaving a trail of unpaid bills across the country (Photo Credit: Gage Skidmore). By Keith Boykin This article was originally published on Word In Black. “Black Vote, Black Power,” a collaboration between Keith Boykin and Word In Black, examines the issues, the candidates, … Continued
August 17th, 2024
The Democratic National Convention Committee just announced the official line-up for the 2024 Convention, which kicks off next week in our great city! The festivities will begin on Monday, with various delegation gatherings, caucus meetings, and other events occurring during the day. Then, that evening, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison will gavel in the first night … Continued
August 16th, 2024
The 58th Annual Rainbow PUSH Coalition International Convention began on a rainy Thursday (Aug. 15), kicking off a weeklong event that runs through Aug. 22. The convention coincides with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, as the city will be buzzing with activity. Hosted at Rainbow PUSH headquarters, the convention will feature a diverse agenda, … Continued
