VoteRiders and the Fair Elections Center are working to ensure all citizens can exercise their right to vote, while the ACLU warns of potential voter intimidation tactics and the Election Protection hotline is available to report any incidents of voter suppression.
Category: Politics
United Way’s ALICE campaign highlights challenges for working families in Maryland
United Way is advocating for policies that promote economic stability and opportunity for ALICE households, as they are often struggling to make ends meet and are a significant portion of Maryland’s workforce.
PG County Executive Angela Alsobrooks takes on opponent in first and only Maryland Senate race debate
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan debated on Oct. 10, with Alsobrooks arguing that Hogan would help the GOP pass legislation that aligns with the party’s agenda, while Hogan stated that he would codify Roe v. Wade if elected.
Obama’s challenge to Black men: Don’t fall for Trump’s lies
Former President Barack Obama has called on Black men to rethink their relationship with women in positions of power and to reevaluate their understanding of manhood, urging them to support Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris.
Evangelicals for Harris: ‘She’s a terrific combination’
A group of White evangelical pastors are urging their followers to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris, and Franklin Graham has threatened to sue if they don’t stop airing their ad, which compares his father’s words to Trump’s crude self-assessment.
Howard students and alum eagerly await VP Harris’ upcoming homecoming appearance
Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz are visiting several historically Black colleges and universities during homecoming season to engage with young Black students and secure their votes.
The tragedies of Eric Adams, Marcellus Williams and Mark Robinson
Three Black men, Eric Adams, Marcellus Williams and Mark Robinson, have recently made headlines for different reasons, highlighting the importance of effective participation in government and the consequences of ignoring the rules.
Racist rumors, bomb threats and their toll on Black students
Springfield City School District has been disrupted by unfounded rumors of Haitian immigrants stealing and eating pets, leading to bomb threats and evacuations, which have disproportionately impacted students of color.
Faith organizations declare voting as a responsibility for believers
Organizations are working to energize and register the faithful Christian community ahead of the upcoming general election, with some emphasizing the importance of voting in Sunday sermons and others providing trained poll chaplains and peacekeepers to ensure safe access to the polls.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams criminally indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to charges of bribery, wire fraud, soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals and conspiracy, marking a pivotal moment in his tumultuous tenure.
Angela Alsobrooks leads Larry Hogan in September poll
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks is leading her Republican opponent, former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, in the race for the U.S. Senate, according to a recent poll.
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.