This Sacred Scene
Poet-activist Amanda Gorman recited an original poem on the third night of the Democratic National Convention.
Article Category: Sister’s Civic Circle
Watch Informer Live – Conversation on Kamala Harris
Unerased Campaign Director Gwen McKinney joined Mary Pat Hector, head of the national student organization RISE and Melanie Campbell, head of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, for a conversation hosted by Washington Informer Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes. Together they explored the meaning of the historic nomination of VP Kamala Harris to the top…
Lesser Versus Evil?
Voting remains a cornerstone of American democracy, but for many Black voters in Michigan, the experience often feels like choosing the lesser of two evils. Voting remains a cornerstone of American democracy, but for many Black voters in Michigan, the experience often feels like choosing the lesser of two evils. Similar to other regions where…
Share Our Joy
Engaging Voters, Lifting Voices & Making Change. Our Sisters Civic Circle leaders work hard all year long. And now they’re ready to celebrate by sharing their JOY. From visiting the City of Lights to savoring the sweetness of sisterhood and embracing graduation triumphs, these leaders share what brought them JOY in 2023. Janice Robinson,…
Have Black Voters Cooled Off
“Have Black Voters Cooled Off?” That question will dominate during the 2024 election season. It was put to four activist leaders who are part of our Sisters Civic Circle. Operating deep in the trenches of Black voter engagement, they bring perspectives from Atlanta, Charlotte, DC and Philadelphia. Helen Butler, executive director, Georgia Coalition for the…
Get Out the Vote Round-up
Voters Backed Democrats and Elected Black People, Especially Black Women
By Holli Holliday, President Sisters Lead Sisters Vote How We Are “Clapping Back” Against Extremists in America! Yesterday, the Clapback in local and state elections across this country was REAL. Extremist political groups, like Moms of Liberty, and divisive leaders like Gov Youngkins (VA) and Attorney General Cameron (KY) were sent a clear message… WE…
Salandra Benton Crowned MVP In The Battleground
By Gwen McKinney With pleasure and passion, Salandra Benton could easily claim the status as Florida’s MVP Queen for Maximizing Voter Participation. She breathes civic engagement. And if you know her and live in the state, it's highly unlikely that you are not on the Florida voter rolls. The Philadelphia native relocated to Ft. Lauderdale…