Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Sept. 19
September 18, 2024
Political news briefs from throughout the state.
Breaking News
- KCAL9/CBS2 Anchor Chauncy Glover Dies at 39
- Quincy Jones, Music Titan Who Worked With Everyone From Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, Dies At 91
- Compton-Woodley Airport Centennial Celebrates Black Contributions to Aviation
- A New Vision – Brandon Lamar’s Bid for NAACP Pasadena President
- NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention Highlights Black Voter Engagement, and More
- Vote Early, Vote Now! Empowering California’s Voters in 2024
- KAMALA HARRIS WILL BE AMERICA’S 47th PRESIDENT
- LAWA, L.A. County Bring Jobs to Taste of Soul
- Bakewell Media Sounds for the Soul Stage Totally Rocked Crenshaw Blvd.!
- State of Black Los Angeles Highlights Future of Communities of Color
- USC, Dorsey High, and Price School Band kick-off Taste of Soul
- Taste of Soul Fills Crenshaw Blvd. with Hundreds of Thousands of People
- Darnell Hunt Leads UCLA as Interim Chancellor
- Chrysalis Brings Job Opportunities to Taste of Soul Festival
- Bakewell Media ‘Sounds for the Soul’ Stage Presents Tony! Toni! Toné! Featuring Dwayne Wiggins at Taste of Soul
- It’s Here – the 19th Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival!
- Enjoy Church on the ‘Shaw at Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Gospel Stage
- Kamlager-Dove Secures $1.6 Million for Butterfly’s Haven
- Groundbreaking Reporter Warren Wilson Passes Away
- Brotherhood Crusade Gives Away Bikes to Community Youth
- Eric Benét Headlines KJLH Stage at Taste of Soul
- Jim McDonnell Named Next Chief of Los Angeles Police Department
- Newsom Signs Black Caucus Bills; Advocates Question ‘Reparations’ Description
- L.A. Urban League, NBC4, and Telemundo 52 Present State of Black Los Angeles
- Seventh Annual United Against Hate Week Launches from Watts
- Local Health Providers Offer Free Medical Services at Taste of Soul
- Attorney Fani Willis Addresses L.A. Community Members Supporting Her Race In Georgia
- Marqueece Harris-Dawson Elected as L.A. City Council President
- Q&A on Taste of Soul with Crystal Williams, Community Relations Manager at SoCalGas
- Costco is Coming to South Los Angeles
- Davóne Tines Unpacks the Legacy of Paul Robeson at Zipper Hall
- Black Caucus Members Weigh Next Steps for Reparations in California
- Celebrating Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson at The Ebell of LA
- Black Community Unites to Re-Elect L.A. Mayor Karen Bass
- L.A. Sentinel Visits Western States Carpenters South L.A. Training Center
- Street Named in Honor of Watts Activist `Sweet’ Alice Harris
- Tito Jackson, Member of Jackson 5, Dies at 70
- Councilwoman Heather Hutt Holds Campaign Kick-Off
- Food Bank of Southern California Antes Up Under New CEO
- Kamala Harris Trounces Donald Trump in First Presidential Debate
- Richard Alatorre, Pioneering Chicano Activist, Passes at 81
- Mayor Warren and the Impact of Local Officials
- CSUDH Philanthropic Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
- Cool LA Heat Relief for Seniors Brings Free Air Conditioners and Utility Bill Discounts to LADWP Customers
- Will Gov. Newsom’s New Film and TV Tax Credit Prioritize Diversity?
- Kyle Patterson Builds Community with His Purpose
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Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Nov. 16
November 16, 2023
News briefs on political events throughout the state of California.
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – Oct. 26
October 26, 2023
Shortly after Sen. Laphonza Butler announced that she will not run in the race to succeed Sen. Dianne Feinstein next year, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA-12) responded to the news.
California’s Black Leaders Pay Tribute to Sen. Dianne Feinstein
October 5, 2023
Condolences and tributes poured in from California’s Black community after the passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Lawmakers, business leaders, and political service organizations expressed their condolences and sympathy to family, friends, and staff of U.S. Sen. Feinstein, 90, who died of natural causes in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 28.
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – July 27
July 27, 2023
Here are some important news stories you may have missed.
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – June 22
June 22, 2023
In Appearance on Sean Hannity Show, Gov. Newsom Defends Record; Pushes Back on Go-To Conservative Putdowns Last week, Fox News TV host Sean Hannity interviewed Gov. Gavin Newsom at the Governor’s Mansion in Sacramento. The back-and-forth between Newsom and Hannity was intense at times, but remained civil, overall. The two men, who have polar opposite political views, sparred over a range of issues, including immigration, taxes, and gun control. Related Links: https://lasentinel.net/political-playback-news-you-might-have-missed-june-15.html https://lasentinel.net/political-playback-news-you-might-have-missed-june-8.html Newsom defended his record and achievements and pushed back on favorite Republican criticisms of him, President Joe Biden and the Democratic party. On immigration reform and building
Political Playback: ‘Black Women Get the Job Done’
March 2, 2023
Rep. Barbara Lee held her first campaign rally for U.S. Senate, AG Rob Bonta and Asm. Mia Bonta have moved past media criticism, and Asm. Chris Holden and Asm. Reggie Jones-Sawyer are seeking seats in local government.
Lee Joins Competitive Race to Replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein
February 23, 2023
Rep. Barbara Lee, the highest ranking African American woman serving in the U.S. Congress, announced on Feb. 21, that she will enter the race to replace U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein — the 89-year-old, California’s senior U.S. Senator who has announced that she would not seek another term.
African American and Community Leaders Speak Out on SCOTUS Roe Reversal
June 30, 2022
African American leaders across the nation largely condemned the U.S. Supreme Court ruling issued on June 24, overturning the federal abortion protections of Roe v. Wade, with some describing the action as a “pro-policing of women’s bodies” and a move to “criminalize Black women.” The 5-4 ruling overturns a 49-year-old landmark decision and puts abortion policy at the discretion of states, many of which have restricted or outlawed the procedure in recent months. Issuing a strong reaction to the SCOTUS ruling, Congresswoman Maxine Waters declared, “I stand in solidarity with the 36 million women being stripped of their right to
California Black Clergy, Political Leaders Condemn Racism in Ukraine
March 10, 2022
Elected officials, African leaders, commentators, civil rights leaders, public figures, and mass media personalities have spoken out against the racist treatment of people of color and racist coverage of the war in the media.
Black Biz Owners Push for Equal Access to Trillions in Upcoming Fed Spending
October 7, 2021
Black-owned businesses in California and around the country are closely watching as Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi decides when she has enough support from the congressional Democratic caucus to call a vote on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan federal infrastructure spending bill.
“Big Sister” Barbara Lee’s Advice for the New Women of Color in Congress
January 31, 2019
“You have to break through all of that sexism and racism. You have to really confront that all of the time.”
The Chisholm Legacy
November 8, 2018
The 50th Anniversary of Rep. Chisholm’s election offers our country a chance to renew our commitment to Black women, not only in elective office, but within the ranks of true political power.