Administration officials called the plan the most significant effort to bring down costs and strengthen the middle class in generations.
Joe Biden
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After a century of land theft and exclusion, Black farmers getting needed government aid
The measure is part of President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, which was passed by the U.S. Senate and has now been sent back to the House for final passage.
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A proposal for relief and recovery
On January 14, president-elect Joe Biden announced his administration’s proposal for economic aid: the American Rescue Plan.
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Biden signs executive orders aimed at tackling racism in America
On Tuesday, Jan. 26, President Biden signed a series of executive orders meant to strike at the heart of American racism.
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Biden and Harris flex their muscles on their first day in office
President Biden had signed a dozen executive actions to reverse harmful Trump policies on the pandemic, the economy, immigration and climate change.
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FBI vetting troops before inauguration; 12 National Guard members removed
U.S. defense officials have expressed deep concerns about a possible insider attack and threat from service members, according to a report.
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President-elect Biden names all-women senior communications staff
Since defeating Donald Trump, President-elect Joe Biden has so far lived up to his promise of a diverse senior staff and cabinet.
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A huge victory – and more work to do
In his speech Saturday night, Joe Biden made it clear that he understands how much he owes to Black folks: ‘The African American community stood up again for me.’
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The votes are in, the future most uncertain
‘The majority of Black, Brown, Indigenous are going to have to continue to make some noise and some demands.’
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Before Kamala Harris, many Black women aimed for the White House
With Joe Biden’s projected presidential win over Donald Trump, Sen. Kamala Harris breaks three centuries-old barriers to become the nation’s first female vice president.
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Celebrate, and keep working
Today is a day to celebrate. Tomorrow and next week and every week after that, our work continues.
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America declares to Trump: ‘You’re Fired’
America sent the message Trump had become known for years earlier during his reality television show: ‘You’re Fired!’
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History made: Joe Biden elected 46th president of the United States
After four long days of waiting, Joe Biden has been called the projected winner of the 2020 presidential election.
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My plan to lift every voice in Black America
Closing the racial wealth gap is one of the most powerful ways we can build real equity in our society.
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‘Stand back and stand by’: experts react to chaotic Trump vs Biden presidential debate
Debate highlights issues about the court, race and election integrity.
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Democrats need bold agenda
The Democrats need to argue the case for the bold agenda that this country desperately needs, and challenge Trump for his policy failures.
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Dems wrap historic convention: Harris makes history, Obama eviscerates Trump [video]
“The one Constitutional office elected by all of the people is the presidency. So, at a minimum, we should expect a president to feel a sense of responsibility for the safety and welfare of all 330 million of us.’
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WATCH: Michelle Obama delivers powerful DNC speech
Former First Lady Michelle Obama opened the Democratic National Convention with a keynote address for the ages.
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Before Kamala Harris, Shirley Chisholm and other Black women aimed for the White House
Sen. Kamala Harris is one of many Black American women who have aimed for the highest office in the land despite great odds
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Sen. Kamala Harris makes history as Joe Biden’s VP pick
California Sen. Kamala Harris is Joe Biden’s choice for vice president.