A Black woman has never been a governor, and only two have been senators. Despite progress at lower levels of government, and one boundary-breaking vice president, familiar barriers are slow to fall.
Tag: Black People
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When Bystanders Step Between the Police and Black Men
You’ve seen the videos of deadly encounters. What effect can a witness have?
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NYC Schools Will Expand Black and Asian American Studies for Students
The city will launch lessons about Black and Asian Americans across more schools next year, but some students say there should be more.
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Maryse Condé, at Home in the World
Throughout her four-decade literary career, the Guadeloupean writer has explored a global vision of the Black diaspora, and placed Caribbean life at the center.
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Biden, in Selma, Says Voting Rights Are Still ‘Under Assault’
The president’s commemoration of Bloody Sunday comes as he is expected to announce a re-election bid, which will require the support of Black voters who were decisive in helping him win the first time.