Augustus Freeman Hawkins of Los Angeles is elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first Black Congress member from west of the Mississippi. […]
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Charles Rangel, Harlem’s political icon, remembered for 46 years of service and fight for justice
NEW YORK — Funeral services are pending for Charles Rangel, who represented Harlem and other parts of New York City in Congress for 46 years. […]
‘Auntie Maxine’ still fighting the good fight
By Janice Hayes Kyser Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — She’s been fighting the good fight for Black people and other marginalized groups for more than […]
This Week in Black History
November 6, 1962 Augustus Freeman (Gus) Hawkins of Los Angeles is elected to the U.S House of Representatives, becoming the first Black Congress member west […]
Bass’ mayoral bid seen as game changer for L.A.
Her national stature and political savvy could pay dividends, some activists say By Janice Hayes Kyser Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES – U.S. Rep. Karen Bass’ […]
Proposed bill would set national police standards
By Jesse Jackson Sr. Guest Columnist Even as Derek Chauvin is on trial for the murder of George Floyd, police 10 miles away fatally shot […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: A strong case for Biden and Bass
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson, Contributing Columnist There is one meeting, among many, I’ve had over the years with U.S. Rep. Karen Bass that always stands out. […]
NAJEE’S NOTES: The Karen Bass that I know
By Najee Ali, Contributing Writer Former Vice President Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic nominee for president, will announce his selection for vice president next week and […]