By Brittney Johnson, Communications Intern As we celebrate another Black History Month, we reflect on the milestones and accomplishments of Black Americans. From the ringing bells of Emancipation to the Civil Rights Movement, to the election of the first Black president, we continue to make history and move mountains despite the odds against us. For […]
One hundred years ago today, the 19th amendment to the U.S. Constitution granting women the right to vote was ratified. Women’s suffrage was a century-long fight achieved through protest, advocacy and the legendary work of trailblazing women of color including Sojourner Truth, Mary Church Terrell and Ida B. Wells. These women organized to combat racist policies, elect people of […]
By Jorge Vasquez, Program Director of Power & Democracy When we woke up this morning, we knew not to expect the results of the presidential election. With a record number of people casting their ballot at the polls early, in drop boxes, and by mail, we anticipated that it would take longer than usual to […]
"Compelling players to stand for the national anthem... tells the world that the NFL does not care about racial justice."
The following is a 2020 overview of rights restoration across 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. It identifies each of the 13 states represented at our Rights Restoration Convening which took place in February 12-14, 2020, in Atlanta, Georgia. It also includes a quick summary of federal and state rights restoration legislation […]
