Trump’s Affordability Crisis Hits Working Class Blacks Hard – Democrats Should Respond Aggressively
Rising Black unemployment exposes economic struggles under Trump, hitting women and men hardest despite a “strong” labor market.
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A City Surveilled
Camden operates the largest drone program in South Jersey with little regulation. But whose safety does it really serve?
In His Final Speech, Murphy Promised Immigrants Support—But Stayed Silent on How
Gov. Phil Murphy pledged support for immigrants but avoided addressing landmark New Jersey immigration bills passed amid rising ICE enforcement.
The Voting Rights Act Is Under Threat. So Are Workers’ Rights.
Supreme Court decisions weakening the Voting Rights Act threaten democracy, racial equity, and the power of working people nationwide.
Camden’s School Takeover: How State Control Stripped Democratic Power From Residents
State control of Camden schools has stripped residents of democratic power while accelerating closures and charter expansion.
Praying For Hope
Reverend Jesse Jackson’s leadership continues to inspire hope, courage, and change even as he faces health challenges.
Campbell Soup’s ‘Poor People’ Problem Goes Way Deeper
An analysis of Camden’s politics, corporate gentrification, and Campbell Soup’s influence on racial and economic inequality for Black and Latino residents.
Just In Time For Thanksgiving, Hope For An America Where Ending Poverty Comes Before Party
Ben Jealous reflects on Jack Kemp’s legacy and Holly Knoll’s lessons in leadership and compassion this Thanksgiving.
America At 250: It’s Time To Bring The Ballot Home
With poll worker shortages and voter burnout, experts say vote-by-mail could strengthen U.S. democracy as the nation nears its 250th year.
A City Surveilled
Camden operates the largest drone program in South Jersey with little regulation. But whose safety does it really serve?
In His Final Speech, Murphy Promised Immigrants Support—But Stayed Silent on How
Gov. Phil Murphy pledged support for immigrants but avoided addressing landmark New Jersey immigration bills passed amid rising ICE enforcement.
The Voting Rights Act Is Under Threat. So Are Workers’ Rights.
Supreme Court decisions weakening the Voting Rights Act threaten democracy, racial equity, and the power of working people nationwide.
Camden’s School Takeover: How State Control Stripped Democratic Power From Residents
State control of Camden schools has stripped residents of democratic power while accelerating closures and charter expansion.
Praying For Hope
Reverend Jesse Jackson’s leadership continues to inspire hope, courage, and change even as he faces health challenges.
Campbell Soup’s ‘Poor People’ Problem Goes Way Deeper
An analysis of Camden’s politics, corporate gentrification, and Campbell Soup’s influence on racial and economic inequality for Black and Latino residents.
Just In Time For Thanksgiving, Hope For An America Where Ending Poverty Comes Before Party
Ben Jealous reflects on Jack Kemp’s legacy and Holly Knoll’s lessons in leadership and compassion this Thanksgiving.
America At 250: It’s Time To Bring The Ballot Home
With poll worker shortages and voter burnout, experts say vote-by-mail could strengthen U.S. democracy as the nation nears its 250th year.