For decades, Black women have been a steadfast voting bloc for the Democratic Party, with recent elections showing strong support. Despite this, findings from the KFF Survey of Women Voters indicate a significant sentiment among Black women that neither political party adequately represents their interests. This dissatisfaction stems partly from economic disparities exacerbated during the pandemic, where Black women faced higher unemployment rates compared to other groups.
The 2024 presidential election provided clear evidence that demography alone does not dictate electoral outcomes. Despite long-held Democratic expectations that a diversifying America would cement their political dominance,...
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Miami Gardens resident SarDeborah Wright, a member of the Miami-Dade Democratic Executive Committee, expressed frustration with the Democratic Party’s campaign strategy in Florida during the recent election cycle....
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President-elect Donald Trump has named Scott Turner, a former Texas state lawmaker, as his choice to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Announced Friday night,...
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Nov 22, 2024 Story by: Editor The Howard University Initiative on Public Opinion (HIPO) is a research collective that conducts nationwide surveys, emphasizing the opinions and experiences of...
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Preliminary data suggests a nearly 40% drop in Black voter turnout statewide compared to previous elections, highlighting challenges for Democrats in energizing this key voting bloc. Critics like...
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