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  • An assembled crowd of mostly women in front of Trump Hotel in Washington, D.C. One Black woman with a natural up-do, has her fist raised in the air.

    The Day That Trump Won—Reflections From a Black Mother

    Four years ago, I was in D.C. when dignified politics died. This time around, I’m out of here. 
    Sunshine Muse Nov 3, 2020 8:00AM EST
    Voting. A line of Black people form a line inside of a rope under a huge sign reading Early Voting.

    Cities and States Brace For Election Unrest

    From New York to Nevada, political officials and law enforcement are preparing for a wave of protests before and after Election Day on November 3.
    N. Jamiyla Chisholm Oct 13, 2020 3:35PM EDT
    Black woman with black glasses and purple vest against brown cement background

    Jenifer Lewis' Singing Better Make You 'Get Your A** Out and Vote'

    The actress and singer riffed on her popular “In These Streets” videos to encourage people to vote today.

    Sameer Rao Nov 8, 2016 10:14AM EST
    People wearing red caps hold power fists and signs that say "No More Drug War."

    For the Sake of Our Children, Families and Communities, We Must Legalize Marijuana

    On November 8, Californians will vote on Proposition 64, the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. Here’s why this groundbreaking law should matter to everyone.

    asha bandele and Rashad Robinson Oct 31, 2016 4:00PM EDT

    Killer Mike Launches Campaign for Georgia State Representative

    Even though he didn’t file the right paperwork in time, the rapper’s intent is clear. 

    Sameer Rao Jun 16, 2015 5:37PM EDT

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