Melissa Noel
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President Biden Designates Site Of The 1908 Springfield Race Riots A National Monument: “We Can’t Let These Things Fade”
President Biden signed a proclamation that ensures the Springfield race riots of 1908 are never forgotten by declaring the site a national monument, reports CNN. ...
Kamala Harris Delivered A Powerful DNC Acceptance Speech Proving She’s More Than Just A Historic First—She’s A Leader Ready To Govern
CHICAGO, Illinois—Vice President Kamala Harris stepped into the pages of history on Thursday night as she formally accepted the Democratic party’s nomination for president of...
Op-Ed: Kamala Harris – A Groundbreaking Run, Decades In The Making
When Kamala Harris takes the podium tonight at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, she will be carrying the legacy of generations of women of...
Rep.Hakeem Jeffries Compares Trump To An Old Boyfriend Trying To Spin The Block With The American People: “We Broke Up With You For A Reason”
In a speech that blended the rhythm of the Black church with the urgency of political battle, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) commanded the...
‘Joy And Justice’: ESSENCE CEO Caroline Wanga And GBEF President Alphonso David Rally Black Ahead Of Pivotal Election
In a message that merged inspiration with urgency, Caroline Wanga, CEO of ESSENCE Ventures, and Alphonso David, President and CEO of the Global Black Economic...
“Hope Is Making a Comeback”: Michelle Obama’s Powerful DNC Speech Backs Kamala Harris, Tells Trump The Presidency May Just Be A ‘Black Job’
Michelle Obama made a powerful return to her hometown of Chicago on Tuesday night, where she delivered a passionate and unequivocal endorsement of Vice President...
Former President Barack Obama Endorses Kamala Harris In Passionate DNC Speech: “America Is Ready For A New Chapter”
CHICAGO, Illinois—Former President Barack Obama electrified the audience on the second night of the Democratic National Convention with a speech that blended admiration for Vice...
History, Hope And A Passing Of The Torch: Check Out The Highlights From Day 1 Of The Democratic National Convention
The first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was a powerful tribute to President Joe Biden’s legacy as Democrats celebrated his accomplishments and...
Statue Of Late Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Replaces Confederate Monument In Georgia
A statue of the late Congressman John Lewis, known for stirring up “good trouble” in his quest for racial justice, was installed in his honor on...
Exclusive: Michelle Obama To Speak At The 2024 Democratic National Convention In Chicago
ESSENCE has exclusively confirmed that former First Lady Michelle Obama will speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week, according to the Democratic...