SC Republican Tim Scott will not join black caucus
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Throughout his campaign, Scott has downplayed his race, saying he has always lived in a world that was integrated...
Kamala Harris wins; said she'll 'never' defend gay marriage ban
Los Angeles District Attorney Steve Cooley declared victory on election night. But the race turned to Harris' favor as officials added in results from mail-in and provisional ballots...
Orly Taitz cheers as states ready to consider 'birther' bills
Bills concerning Obama's birthplace and birth certificate will be considered in the upcoming legislative session...
From 'Dancing' to midterms: Black voter turnout makes a big difference
OPINION - Popular shows like 'Dancing with the Stars' serve as continued reminders about the power of collectively and strategically using our votes to influence outcomes...
Bye-bye Roland Burris; Hello same old Senate
OPINION - The situation regarding diversity in the upper chamber of Congress, or the lack of it, is troubling to say the least...
Why the future is still bright for black politicians
OPINION - These 2010 elections have truly shaken up the political establishment, but there are some bright lights for African-Americans in Washington and across the nation...
Steele traps Republicans in race card shuffle
OPINION - Is it just money or is it also a matter of Michael Steele's race? It's hard to say...
Limbaugh: 'Racist' Democrats trying to push Clyburn 'to the back of the bus'
Perhaps sensing a potential powder keg, Limbaugh took the opportunity to toss some sparks Thursday, using his own incendiary words to reinforce his case...
Why digital expansion could save black America
OPINION - Every month of delay in settling the outstanding broadband issues delays the economic recovery that Americans crave...
Election diminishes New York's black Democrats
"We are going to have to adapt to a new landscape and some loss of political power," said Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries, a Brooklyn Democrat...
