His Father Bankrupted the Klan. Now He’s Going to Congress to Continue the Fight.
Though Democrats will be in the minority in the House, Shomari Figures says that his mission hasn’t changed.
How Music and Art Have Helped Black Americans Weather Troubling Times
Creative expression has helped us to endure racism and offers us a way forward in a new Trump era
Why Has Qualified Immunity Excused Officers’ Misconduct for Decades?
For decades, a Supreme Court ruling has shielded police officers from civil lawsuits. Nearly 60 years later, efforts to dismantle it remain stalled.
Some Black Rural Voters Feel Abandoned by Democrats
And they’re stuck in the middle of post-election finger pointing.
Rural Black Americans Brace for Racism, Neglect Under Trump
They’ve already faced years of racism, erasure, and neglect. They need political and civic infrastructure to fight back.
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Has Biden Kept His Campaign Promises to Black Americans? The Answer Is Complicated.
A big challenge heading into the election is the president’s messaging — but here’s a handy guide.
‘Project 2025’ and the Movement That Could Erode Black Equality
Spearheaded by a right-wing think tank, the agenda would roll back policies that have aided Black economic and social gains.
Strategies for Black Americans to Nurture Mental Health After the Election
Amid fears of anti-Black policies, Black Americans are urged to honor their feelings of grief while building the networks needed for collective strength.
5 Black Presidential Candidates Who Paved the Way for Kamala Harris
Their efforts ultimately helped create a path for Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Barack Obama.
Here’s What Black Swing-State Voters Care About This Election
Capital B traversed the country, visiting six of the seven swing states, to learn what Black voters want from this election.
How the Electoral College’s Origins Manifest Today
The election certification process can feel confusing and anti-democratic. As we wait for the results, here’s a primer.
At a North Carolina HBCU, Black Students Get Out the Vote
The campus at Johnson C. Smith University has been a hotbed of political activism, despite predictions that young voters would be disengaged.
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