A proposal to shut down and merge two voting precincts in Appomattox County has sparked concerns about voter accessibility and racial equity, as the move is expected to disproportionately impact Black and minority voters.
Data from census blocks compiled by the NAACP Virginia State Conference indicate that Black voters make up 36.7% of the Chap precinct and 24.4% of the Agee precinct. When considering all racial minorities, the figures rise to 40.27% and 27.82%, respectively.
State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy has taken a significant lead in the Prince George's County executive special primary, securing 43.06% of the votes according to unofficial results. This positions...
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris is seriously considering a bid for California governor and has set a deadline to make her decision.
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Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears has never shied away from tough political battles, and her pursuit of Virginia’s governorship is no different.
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Adonis Ducksworth, a longtime South Seattle resident and the transportation policy and operations manager for Mayor Bruce Harrell, has announced his candidacy for the City Council's District 2...
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Byron Donalds, a Republican U.S. Representative from Florida, has officially announced his run for governor of the Sunshine State. This move comes after serving four years in the...
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