Calls to nominate a Black woman to replace Sen. Kamala Harris fell on deaf ears, as California Gov. Gavin Newsom picked Alex Padilla as the state’s next U.S. senator. Black […] The post California Gov. Ignores Calls To Appoint A Black Woman To Replace VP Elect Kamala Harris appeared first on Essence.

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On Monday night, Congress passed a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package that includes just $600 in direct relief payments to millions of Americans. As Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) noted, along […] The post Black Georgians Organize To Save Their Lives, Communities While Senate GOP Coddles 1 Percent appeared first on Essence.

Wedding Wednesdays are always a vibe here at ESSENCE thanks to our weekly Bridal Bliss column. Though 2020 was a year unlike any other due to the COVID-19 pandemic, these […] The post Best Of Bridal Bliss 2020 appeared first on Essence.