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Trump All up in Fani Willis and Nathan Wade’s Sex Life, Michelle Obama Speaks On a Presidential run, Black leaders Respond to Biden’s State of the Union and More Political News

WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 27: Joy Jackson photographs a passing truck bearing an image of U.S. President Donald Trump in front of block letters reading “LOSER” at Black Lives Matter plaza August 27, 2020 in Washington, DC. Protesters gathered as the Republican National Convention on its final night was set to nominate Trump for a […]

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Symone Sanders-Townsend: Gaza Protests are Similar To Black Lives Matter in 2016

As the Presidential race continues to heat up, a growing grassroots political movement has increasingly taken center stage. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have hit the streets to call for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip — with Black political leaders including Representatives Cori Bush (D-MO), Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), and Summer Lee (D-PA) among […]

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Symone Sanders-Townsend: Gaza Protests Have Similar Political Impact To Black Lives Matter in 2016

As the Presidential race continues to heat up, a growing grassroots political movement has increasingly taken center stage. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have hit the streets to call for a permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip — with Black political leaders including Representatives Cori Bush (D-MO), Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), and Summer Lee (D-PA) among […]

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Black Political Leaders Respond to Biden’s State of The Union

President Joe Biden delivered the final State of the Union of his first term in office on Thursday night — making a bold appeal to the American people to give him another term in office, and highlighting the existential threat to our democracy. ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ Star Folake Olowofoyeku Sings Queen’s“Bohemian Rhapsody”, Reveals Funniest Castmate […]

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Explosive Moments at Fani Willis’ Testimony, Ayanna Pressley Promises Jobs, Racist Comments on the Campaign Trail and More Black Political News

Photo: X/Twitter As we inch closer to the 2024 presidential election, it’s clear that the GOP will continue to say just about anything to get the Oval back. Republican candidates have dwindled significantly, with Donald Trump being the frontrunner to receive the nomination. Of course, throughout campaigning the Republicans who threw their hats into the […]

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EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Ayanna Pressley Planning to Guarantee Jobs for Everyone, Here’s How …

WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 13: U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) speaks at a news conference calling for a ceasefire in Gaza outside the U.S. Capitol building on November 13, 2023 in Washington, DC.Photo: Anna Moneymaker / Staff (Getty Images) Roughly 60 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made the case for a different kind […]

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More Of The Most Racist Things Said On The Presidential 2024 Campaign Trail

Photo: Alex Wong (Getty Images) Considering how viciously Trump came after Barack Obama and mocked his heritage throughout his time in the White House, Trump couldn’t wait to make fun of Nikki Haley’s birth name Nimarata. Earlier this month, he insulted her on social media repeatedly by calling her “Nimbra.” Trump also shared conspiracy theories […]

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Most Racist Comments Heard On The Presidential 2024 Campaign Trail

Photo: Alex Wong (Getty Images) Considering how viciously Trump came after Barack Obama and mocked his heritage throughout his time in the White House, Trump couldn’t wait to mock Nikki Haley’s birth name Nimarata. Earlier this month, why he mocked her on social media repeatedly by calling her “Nimbra.” Trump also shared conspiracy theories about […]

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5 Wildest Moments From Vivek Ramaswamy’s Campaign

DES MOINES, IOWA – JANUARY 15: Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks at his caucus night event at the Surety Hotel on January 15, 2024 in Des Moines, Iowa. Iowans voted today in the state’s caucuses for the first contest in the 2024 Republican presidential nominating process. Ramaswamy announced he was dropping out of the […]

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Is Candace Owens Headed to the White House With Vivek Ramaswamy?

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – APRIL 05: (L-R) Candace Owens, Lauren Chen, and Vivek Ramaswamy are seen on set of “Candace” on April 05, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. The episode will air later today, April 5, 2020Photo: Jason Davis (Getty Images) Vivek Ramaswamy and Candace Owens are hitting the campaign trail ahead of the Iowa Republican Caucus […]

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Here Are The Black Politicians You Need To Know In 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 13: U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) speaks during a news conference calling for a ceasefire in Gaza outside the U.S. Capitol building on November 13, 2023 in Washington, DC. House Democrats held the news conference alongside rabbis with the activist group Jewish Voices for Peace.Photo: Anna Moneymaker (Getty Images) Congresswoman Ilhan […]

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Are House Democrats Out In The Cold Over Heated Immigration Debate?

As the election draws closer, several hot-button issues are causing divisions within the Democratic party. Recent reports that the White House is willing to concede on several hardline immigration policies in exchange for Ukraine funding are undeniably adding to the rift. The Week C-SPAN Became Must-See TV Off English One of those reported concessions, according […]

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Five Most Race-Baiting Comments Politicians Have Said Over The Last Year

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA – DECEMBER 06: Republican presidential candidates Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (L) and Vivek Ramaswamy shake hands at the conclusion of the NewsNation Republican Presidential Primary Debate at the University of Alabama Moody Music Hall on December 6, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Four GOP presidential hopefuls squared off during the fourth Republican primary debate […]

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Congressman Jonathan Jackson Speaks Out On Calls For A Ceasefire

As the death toll continues to rise to staggering heights in the Gaza Strip, calls for a ceasefire in the region have also gained popularity. Democratic voters now overwhelmingly support a ceasefire, a position not shared by the majority of elected Democrats. Tackling A Black Maternal Health Crisis & Embracing Reproductive Justice | The Root […]

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Vivek Ramaswamy Believes Donna Brazile Mispronouncing His Name Was ‘Intentionally’ Racist

Photo: Jim Vondruska (Getty Images) Vivek Ramaswamy’s glaring hypocrisy—in addition to his inherently disgusting nature—becomes more apparent with each passing day. On Sunday, the GOP presidential candidate took to X/Twitter to condemn Donna Brazile’s recent appearance on Friday’s episode of “Real Time with Bill Maher.” Keenan & Kel Are Back in Good Burger 2 – […]

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Political Strategist Nina Smith Gets Real About Biden’s Re-election Chances

We’re less than a year away from arguably the most important election of our lifetimes. And with a million variables — including four criminal indictments — the results have never felt less certain. The Biden And Trump Classified Documents Scandal Explained Off English On the most recent episode of The 411, The Root sat down […]

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SCOTUS Finally Has New Rules, Will They Actually Rein In Clarence Thomas?

After an escalating series of scandals, the Supreme Court finally issued a code of conduct. But will this new code actually do anything to curb the behavior of some of the more notorious justices (**cough cough** Justice Clarence Thomas), or will it just sit there collecting dust? “Too Black” or “Not Black Enough”: W. Kamau […]

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Prominent Black Political Figures Share Their Thoughts on Israel & Gaza

Although the crisis in Gaza and Israel is raging thousands of miles away from our shores, Black political leaders in the United States have been steadily weighing in. Prominent Black politicians, ranging from President Barack Obama to Congresswoman Cori Bush to Cornell West, have shared their thoughts on the humanitarian crisis that has already taken […]

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What Black Political Leaders Have to Say About Israel & Gaza

Although the crisis in Gaza and Israel is raging thousands of miles away from our shores, Black political leaders in the United States have been steadily weighing in. Prominent Black politicians, ranging from President Barack Obama to Congresswoman Cori Bush to Cornell West, have shared their thoughts on the humanitarian crisis that has already taken […]

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Rep. Cori Bush On Her Calls For a Ceasefire And Why Black Americans Should Care

As the death toll from the escalating crisis in the Gaza Strip continues to rise, calls for a ceasefire have been growing in Congress, particularly among progressives of color. One of the loudest voices urging a ceasefire is Missouri Congresswoman Cori Bush. Free Money For College Is Out There & Waiting To Be Found, Says […]

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Exclusive: Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Ayanna Pressley Want A Better HealthCare System For Parents

Congress is in shambles right now, but that hasn’t stopped Senator Cory Booker and Representative Ayanna Pressley from working on big changes to our health care system. The lawmakers exclusively shared with The Root that they plan to re-introduce the MOMMIES Act, a bill aimed at helping parents during one of the most dangerous times […]

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Exclusive: Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Ayanna Pressley Want A Better HealthCare System For Parents

Congress is in shambles right now, but that hasn’t stopped Senator Cory Booker and Representative Ayanna Pressley from working on big changes to our health care system. The lawmakers exclusively shared with The Root that they plan to re-introduce the MOMMIES Act, a bill aimed at helping parents during one of the most dangerous times […]

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Exclusive: The F.D.A Is Taking Major Action To Protect Against Harmful Chemicals In Hair Products

Earlier this year, Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) and Shontel Brown (D-OH) urged the Food and Drug Administration to provide answers about the safety of chemical relaxers. Now, the F.D.A is responding in a major way. A Simple Ponytail Hack For The Summer While The Silk Press Is On Pause Off English In a Root exclusive, […]

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley Has A Message For Student Borrowers Whose Loans Are Resuming

After three years, the federal student loan freeze is coming to an end — meaning borrowers will have to restart paying their loans come October 1st. Americans owe a collective $1.75 trillion in student loan debt, a disproportionate number of which sits on the shoulders of Black women. Comedian London Hughes Talks New Book, Parents […]

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Vivek Ramaswamy Gets Called Out for “Deeply Offensive” Anti-Black Rhetoric

Updated 9/02/2023 at 8:00 a.m. ET   Vivek Ramaswamy has the rare ability to inspire distaste across a broad political spectrum. After irritating his Republican primary opponents for hours on the debate stage, Ramaswamy turned his attention to making wildly anti-Black statements on the campaign trail. Jon Basíl Tequila Is Not Your Average Spirit & […]

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