Dick Gregory Meets with Occupy DC, Supports Fast for DC Statehood
Human rights activist Dick Gregory met with members of the Occupy D.C. movement on Dec. 17, to aid those fasting for full democracy and push for residents’ demands for D.C. statehood.
Few Voters in DC Primary
It was a lack luster day in the District of Columbia as voters took to the polls in the April 3 Primary Election. The results – incumbents overwhelmingly held onto their seats.
Obama’s Second Inauguration Brings Joy, Hope
For thousands of celebrants, the day of President Barack Obama’s second inauguration started with a visit to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monument, a chance to mark both Obama’s occasion and Martin Luther King Day.
Senate Bill Advances Self-Government –Grants DC Budget and Legislative Autonomy for 2015
DC Statehood Group Targets Florida Congressman for Racist Comments
It has been a grueling month for District residents insulted time and time again by Republican congressional leaders attacking the D.C. Home Rule Charter.
Obama Silent on DC Statehood
In his recent State of the Union (SOTU) address delivered to both chambers of the United States Congress before an international audience, President Obama didn’t mention his support of District statehood and that disappointed statehood activists and District residents.
DC Leaders, Black Caucus Cautious about House Speaker Ryan
D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) as well as other city leaders, District statehood activists, and members of the Congressional Black Caucus have developed a wait-and-see attitude toward the new speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Obama Fails to Speak On DC Statehood
DC Attorney Johnny Barnes Celebrated for Civil Rights Work
Johnny Barnes, one of the District’s most well-known civil rights attorneys, was celebrated for his work defending those who have had legal problems with the city government.
New DC Council to Have Only One Black Female Member
When the D.C. Council is sworn in for its 22nd Council period on Jan. 2, 2017, there will be a dearth of women of color on it even though Black females constitute the largest population bloc in the city.