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Politics & PowerBlack Women of the South Got Something to Say
Georgia voters elected eight Black women, from Governor Keisha Lance Bottoms to PSC Commissioner Shelia Edwards. Here is what each job does and what each woman promised voters.
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Politics & PowerSupreme Court Upholds New Hampshire Student ID Ban
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for New Hampshire to prohibit student IDs as a backup form of voter identification in the upcoming midterms. Siding with Republicans, the justices granted an emergency appeal just weeks ahead of Election Day. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson stood as the sole public dissenter in the ruling.
• 2 min read
Politics & PowerStephen A. Smith Confirms White House Dinner With Trump
Stephen A. Smith confirmed he met with Donald Trump for a four-hour White House dinner alongside Bill Maher and Kid Rock. Smith stated that he pressed Trump on crucial topics impacting the Black community, including funding for HBCUs, DEI programs, and unemployment rates among Black women.
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Politics & PowerGrassroots Outreach Targets Underserved Black Voters in the South
Voting rights organizations are expanding civic education and registration efforts designed for young Black voters and justice-involved citizens. Through campus initiatives like the Voting Is No Laughing Matter Tour at Coahoma Community College and community organizing, advocates aim to address voter disillusionment and navigate state election laws.
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Politics & PowerNolan Wells' Family Demands Federal Death Probe
Following a state grand jury's decision not to indict anyone in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, his family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump are urging federal authorities to investigate. Citing an independent autopsy that found unexplained head injuries, the family maintains that key questions remain unanswered.
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