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The Root 100 2023: Black Americans at the Top of Their Game in Politics and STEM
Here's our list of the most influential Black Americans in politics and the sciences.
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Political Strategist Nina Smith Gets Real About Biden’s Re-Election Chances
The Root sat down with powerhouse political communications strategist Nina Smith to talk all things election for The 411.
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SCOTUS Finally Has New Rules, Will They Actually Rein In Clarence Thomas?
The Supreme Court officially has a new code of conduct. But critics argue it has no teeth to keep misbehaving Justices in line.
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Prominent Black Political Figures Share Their Thoughts on Israel & Gaza
Here's what Black political leaders including Barack Obama, Kamala Harris, Cori Bush, and Ayanna Pressley are saying about the humanitarian crisis.
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Rep. Cori Bush On Her Calls For a Ceasefire And Why Black Americans Should Care
"What is repugnant and disgraceful is war. What is repugnant and disgraceful is feeling as if certain people are collateral damage," Rep. Bush told The Root.
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Exclusive: Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Ayanna Pressley Want A Better HealthCare System For Parents
Senator Cory Booker and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley are re-introducing the MOMMIES Act, which would expand Medicaid coverage for postpartum people.
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The Best Star-Studded Moments From Congressional Black Caucus’ 2023 Phoenix Awards
From Kamala Harris to Ayanna Pressley and Ilhan Omar, the event was one for the books.
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Rep. Ayanna Pressley Has A Message For Student Borrowers Whose Loans Are Resuming
“I’m going to continue to press for relief that goes as deep as the scale of the crisis, for a response that goes as deep as the hurt is,” says Rep. Pressley.
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Vivek Ramaswamy Gets Called Out for “Deeply Offensive” Anti-Black Rhetoric
Vivek Ramaswamy somehow managed to deny the existence of white supremacy and call Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Ibram x. Kendi part of the modern "KKK."