The Congressional Black Caucus has released a report on corporate accountability, finding that Fortune 500 companies remain committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion despite recent attacks, and outlining 12 best practices for promoting diversity in the workplace.
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Congress members move full steam ahead to pass meaningful measures before session ends
Congressional Black Caucus members are working to pass legislation that will benefit their constituents, including appropriations bills to avoid a government shutdown, a resolution to combat violence and threats against Haitians in Ohio, and measures to reform the U.S. Supreme Court.
Posted inU.S. Government
Members of Congress push for legislation to combat nation’s mental health crisis
Congressional Black Caucus members have introduced legislation to address the mental health crisis in the U.S., with bills such as the Access in Mental Health Act and the Pride in Mental Health Act aiming to provide resources and support for those battling mental health challenges.
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Lawmakers, candidates discuss diversifying the U.S. Senate during CBC conference
Angela Rye moderated a panel discussion titled “Black Women Belong…in the Senate” at the Congressional Black Caucus’ 53rd Annual Legislative Conference, featuring Sen. Laphonza Butler, Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, who are all vying to become their states’ first Black female U.S. senator.
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CBC members protest Israeli prime minister’s address to Congress
Congressional Black Caucus members, including Ayanna Pressley and Jamaal Bowman, opted not to attend Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s joint session address to Congress, citing concerns about his role in the Israel-Hamas conflict and his use of the platform to fearmonger and gain support for his bombing campaign.
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Championing justice: Reflections on serving Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was a tireless advocate for justice and equality, leading to the legislation that made Juneteenth a federal holiday and championing reforms of the nation’s healthcare system.
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President Joe Biden meets with members of the Congressional Black Caucus
President Joe Biden met with members of the Congressional Black Caucus to discuss strategies to increase voter turnout in the Black community, and received positive feedback from the lawmakers.
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House Dems leader Jeffries blasts GOP Rep. on blasphemous Jim Crow comments
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries denounced Rep. Byron Donalds’ remarks on Jim Crow as inaccurate and deeply offensive, while rapper 50 Cent met with lawmakers to advocate for Black entrepreneurs and Black representation in the liquor industry.
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NAACP leadership speaks on upcoming 115th national convention in Las Vegas
The NAACP is expecting citizens from across the country and beyond to attend its 115th National Convention in Las Vegas, where experts and attendees will discuss ways to combat Republican-led attacks to dismantle equality, diversity and inclusion, voting rights, affirmative action and reproductive rights.
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CBC member Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dies
Donald Payne Jr., a beloved lawmaker and advocate for racial justice, equal rights, reproductive freedom, free college tuition, and public transportation, died of a heart attack at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy and commitment to service that New Jerseyans and our country will not soon forget.
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Marcia Fudge announces retirement as secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Marcia Fudge, former Housing and Urban Development Secretary, announced her departure from the White House cabinet on March 11 after four years of advocating for fair housing standards and progressive legislation.
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First Black U.S. Representative for Rhode Island sworn into office
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Following a special election in Rhode Island, Rep. Gabe Amo (D-R.I.-01) became the state’s first Black U.S. Representative on Nov. 13. Amo won his seat in a special election on Nov. 7. “I am proud to be the representative from Rhode Island’s first congressional district,” said Amo on […]