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COMMENTARY: Georgia Is Ground Zero for Democracy

By Ben Jealous Like so many of us right now, I’ve got Georgia on my mind. As I write this, I’ve just gotten back from meeting with Black...

In addition to her many other achievements, Stacey Abrams broke the glass ceiling as the first Black woman to become the gubernatorial nominee for a major party in the United States and as the first Black woman and first Georgian to deliver a Response to the State of the Union.

Black History4 years ago

Stacey Abrams Governor Run Provides a Jolt for the 2022 Midterms

NNPA NEWSWIRE — A Democrat and noted voting rights advocate, Stacey Abrams lost to Kemp by just over one percentage point in their controversial 2018 battle....

“This award is not about me, but the millions of Black Americans in Georgia and across the country who continuously display their courage, perseverance, and fortitude as we navigate increasingly challenging times in our communities and throughout our world,” said Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock.

Black History5 years ago

Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) to Receive 2021 NNPA National Leadership Award

NNPA NEWSWIRE — When selected for the position of pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Georgia, Warnock was the youngest ever to serve in...

If the all-star game is moved, the financial consequences could prove significant, especially given massive fiscal losses during the pandemic. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History5 years ago

Georgia’s New Voter Suppression Law Could Cost Atlanta the MLB All-Star Game & $200 Million

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Georgia lawmakers’ restrictive and oppressive new voter laws may cost the team and city the privilege of hosting Major League Baseball’s summer showcase....

We must stand strong and united against bigotry and hatred and heed the call we saw this past year as hundreds of thousands of Americans took to the streets to demand a fundamental change. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History5 years ago

OP-ED: Where We Go from Here

NNPA NEWSWIRE — So, for me, 2021 is about hope and about working for a better life for all and a better nation together as we...

Black History5 years ago

PRESS ROOM: Almost Two-Thirds of Top Staff Positions Are Filled & New Members Lag in Top Staff of Color

NNPA Newswire -- With the election of Democratic Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, there are a total of 210 top positions (chiefs of staff,...

An anti-corruption journalist and media executive, Ossoff is committed to ensuring every Georgian has great health care, investing in infrastructure and clean energy, strengthening civil rights and voting rights laws, and reforming America’s corrupt campaign finance system.

Black History5 years ago

Ossoff: “I Thank the People of Georgia for Electing Me to Serve You in the United States Senate”

NNPA NEWSWIRE — "At this moment of crisis, as COVID-19 continues to ravage our state and our country, when hundreds of thousands have lost their lives,...

On top of Warnock’s historic win, another Democrat, Jon Ossoff has won against incumbent Republican Senator David Perdue. (Photo: Raphael Warnock for Senate / Flickr.com

Black History5 years ago

RECAP: Rev. Raphael Warnock’s Historic Win in Georgia Senate Race

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The balance of power in Washington and on Capitol Hill will now shift dramatically to Democrats who will now control Congress and The...

(Photo: Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX), Jill Karnicki, Staff photographer, Houston Chronicle)

Black History5 years ago

In First Act of New Congress, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Introduces Reparations Bill

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The impact of slavery and its vestiges continues to affect African Americans and indeed all Americans in communities throughout our nation,” Jackson Lee...

Reverend Raphael Warnock, during his CNN interview on Wednesday morning, when asked about the improbability of his victory, ended his remarks with the following: “In America, anything is possible.”

Black History5 years ago

Warnock and Ossoff Wins in Georgia Have Biden and Democrats Feeling ‘Peachy’

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Following a near-decade war against the Voting Rights Act and the undisputable suppression of hundreds of thousands – if not millions – of...

Over 281,000 voters under 30 have cast ballots in the runoffs during early voting. The number rivals turnout of young voters in the 2020 November elections. Enthusiasm for that age group is historically rare. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History5 years ago

Georgia Senate Races Will Decide the Fate of Biden’s Presidency

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Voter turnout is reportedly lagging in the more rural and conservative areas of Georgia and is higher in more traditionally Democratic areas of...

More than two million votes have already been cast ahead of the runoffs.

Black History5 years ago

Biden Heads to Georgia with Message: ‘Send Me These Two Men’

NNPA NEWSWIRE — On Sunday, January 3, Harris plans to travel to Savannah to help boost the campaign of Jon Ossoff, Rev. Raphael Warnock, and the...

Black History5 years ago

PRESS ROOM: AARP Georgia Poll: 50+ Voters May Tip the Scale in Senate Runoffs

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “These results show that both races are a dead heat and time is running out for candidates to address the concerns of 50-plus...

So please, if you live in Georgia, participate in this election. If you do not live in Georgia, consider finding a way to make your own good trouble: assist through phone banking or offer assistance to organizations supporting the Warnock and Ossoff campaigns. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

Black History5 years ago

OP-ED: All Eyes on Georgia

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Come January 20, 2021, we will have a new President of the United States in Joseph Biden and the first female African American...

Benjamin Jealous, Democratic candidate for Maryland governor, is sharing campaign space in Prince George’s County with other Democrats. Gov. Hogan does not appear to have a campaign office in the county.

Black History5 years ago

OP-ED: A Huge Victory and More Work to Do

JACKSONVILLE FREE PRESS — News that Pennsylvania put Biden over the top sparked dancing in the streets and tears of joy in many households. So did...

AARP launched the poll on Tuesday, Sept. 15, one week before National Voter Education Day which falls on Tuesday, Sept. 22. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

BlackPressUSA6 years ago

AARP Polls Reveal Top Concerns for Voters 50 and Older

NNPA NEWSWIRE —Officials said AARP’s robust Protect Voters 50+ campaign is designed to reach these voters in each state to make sure they know how to...

“Most importantly, people are casting their ballots earlier than ever. The window is closing, so candidates need to address concerns of 50-plus voters now,” said Nancy LeaMond, AARP EVP and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

BlackPressUSA6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: AARP Spotlights Importance of 50+ Voters in New Presidential and Senate State Polls

NNPA NEWSWIRE — In August, AARP launched “Protect Voters 50+,” a comprehensive voter engagement campaign to support and protect Americans 50-plus as they vote in the...

Politics7 years ago

Jordan Davis’ Mom Lucy McBath Wins Close Congressional Race

THE FLORIDA STAR — Underdog Gun Control Advocate Lucy McBath won a Georgia House Seat against GOP incumbent Karen Handel.

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COMMENTARY: Georgia Is Ground Zero for Democracy

Stacey Abrams Governor Run Provides a Jolt for the 2022 Midterms

Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) to Receive 2021 NNPA National Leadership Award

Georgia’s New Voter Suppression Law Could Cost Atlanta the MLB All-Star Game & $200 Million

OP-ED: Where We Go from Here

PRESS ROOM: Almost Two-Thirds of Top Staff Positions Are Filled & New Members Lag in Top Staff of Color

Ossoff: “I Thank the People of Georgia for Electing Me to Serve You in the United States Senate”

RECAP: Rev. Raphael Warnock’s Historic Win in Georgia Senate Race

In First Act of New Congress, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Introduces Reparations Bill

Warnock and Ossoff Wins in Georgia Have Biden and Democrats Feeling ‘Peachy’

Georgia Senate Races Will Decide the Fate of Biden’s Presidency

Biden Heads to Georgia with Message: ‘Send Me These Two Men’

PRESS ROOM: AARP Georgia Poll: 50+ Voters May Tip the Scale in Senate Runoffs

OP-ED: All Eyes on Georgia

OP-ED: A Huge Victory and More Work to Do

AARP Polls Reveal Top Concerns for Voters 50 and Older

PRESS ROOM: AARP Spotlights Importance of 50+ Voters in New Presidential and Senate State Polls

Jordan Davis’ Mom Lucy McBath Wins Close Congressional Race

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COMMENTARY: Georgia Is Ground Zero for Democracy

Stacey Abrams Governor Run Provides a Jolt for the 2022 Midterms

Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) to Receive 2021 NNPA National Leadership Award

Georgia’s New Voter Suppression Law Could Cost Atlanta the MLB All-Star Game & $200 Million

OP-ED: Where We Go from Here

PRESS ROOM: Almost Two-Thirds of Top Staff Positions Are Filled & New Members Lag in Top Staff of Color

Ossoff: “I Thank the People of Georgia for Electing Me to Serve You in the United States Senate”

RECAP: Rev. Raphael Warnock’s Historic Win in Georgia Senate Race

In First Act of New Congress, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Introduces Reparations Bill

Warnock and Ossoff Wins in Georgia Have Biden and Democrats Feeling ‘Peachy’

Georgia Senate Races Will Decide the Fate of Biden’s Presidency

Biden Heads to Georgia with Message: ‘Send Me These Two Men’

PRESS ROOM: AARP Georgia Poll: 50+ Voters May Tip the Scale in Senate Runoffs

OP-ED: All Eyes on Georgia

OP-ED: A Huge Victory and More Work to Do

AARP Polls Reveal Top Concerns for Voters 50 and Older

PRESS ROOM: AARP Spotlights Importance of 50+ Voters in New Presidential and Senate State Polls

Jordan Davis’ Mom Lucy McBath Wins Close Congressional Race

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