Voting rights groups held a virtual press conference to condemn the state legislature’s attempt to gerrymander Congressional District 1, a historic Black Belt district in eastern North Carolina.
North Carolina lawmakers focus on mid-decade redistricting—starting with the historic Black Belt’s District 1—instead of tackling key voter issues.
Advance Carolina, Emancipate NC and NC Black Alliance strongly condemn U.S. Rep. Tim Moore’s introduction of the so-called Judicial Accountability for Public Safety Act.
Redistricting shapes voting power. While partisan gerrymandering is legal, it often slips into racial bias—undermining fair representation and rights.
North Carolina Black Alliance and Advance Carolina condemn the N.C. State Board of Elections’ recent decision to allow counties to eliminate Sunday voting.
August is National Black Business Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the vital role that Black-owned businesses play in the U.S. economy.
North Carolina House and Senate lawmakers have failed to pass a full budget before the new fiscal year starts on July 1.
Divine 9 Legislative Day is about Black Greek-letter organizations using the legislative process to mobilize and address issues impacting their communities.
A federal judge granted summary judgment in favor of Justice Riggs and directed the N.C. State Board of Elections to certify the November 2024 election results.
The SAVE Act doesn’t save anything. It is a blatant attempt to silence voters and create more barriers that block millions from registering to vote.