Posts Tagged ‘voting’
The Fight for the Black Vote Is Already Underway
Black political organizations and civil rights groups are trying to get better Black voter turnout, especially in the midterm election. The U.S. Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to impose sweeping new restrictions on voting by mail, but this is not enough, and the race to bring Black voters into the midterm election is ongoing.
Read MoreABHM Book Club: One Person, No Vote by Carol Anderson with Tonya Bolden
We are pleased to announce ABHM’s November Book of the Month: One Person, No Vote by Carol Anderson with Tonya Bolden. We invite you to join us for a virtual discussion on Zoom.
Read MoreNational Voter Registration Day
Celebrate democracy with Milwaukee Public Library and ABHM! Volunteers from a variety of organizations will be on hand to answer your questions about voting, eligibility, and access to the polls at Good Hope Branch Library, Martin Luther King Branch Library, & Mitchell Street Branch Library. Exercise your rights and help inform your community this National Voter Registration Day.
Read MoreMichigan Redistricting: Court Finds New Detroit Maps Better for Black Voters
New Detroit-area state House district maps adhere more closely to county boundaries while increasing the number of majority-Black districts. The redistricting is fairer to Black voters and decreases racial gerrymandering. Six additional state Senate districts will be altered later this spring.
Read MoreActivists who engage with voters of color are looking for messages that will resonate in 2024
Activists and politicians who have been tirelessly working to engage voters cannot afford to back down in 2024.
Read MoreDemocracy for Black Americans Is Under Attack
The National Urban League annual State of Black America report cites hate crimes against Black Americans on the rise and along with extremist views in government. These are concerning for all Americans who value democracy.
Read MoreWhat Herschel Walker’s Candidacy Means to Black America
Hershel Walker’s candidacy as a Black man and republican was difficult for some voters, perhaps leading to the runoff election.
Read MoreHere are the Black candidates who could make history on election night
Next month, dozens of Black candidates’ names will appear on polling ballots across the country. These candidates are ready to make history.
Read MoreYoung Black voters are dominating the Georgia midterms one student at a time
With the midterm election coming up next month, some young Black folks are trying to inspire others to vote.
Read MoreDemocrats’ Black Male Voter Problem
Candidates like Stacey Abrams make big claims about their electability–if only Black men will head to the polls this November.
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