Black Democrats
Coverage of Black Democrats in the Nexus archive.
- Why resisting Trump has galvanized Black Democrats as the midterms approach
High primary turnout among Black voters in the South has given some in the party hope for upset wins in the region. Resisting Trump has galvanized Black Democrats as the midterms approach.
- Black Democrats push back on Wasserman Schultz’s bid in Florida’s 20th District
Black Democrats are frustrated with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz's decision to run in a South Florida congressional district with a large Black voting population, leading to an intraparty clash. The situation is described as a defining battle of the campaign season.
- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz faces backlash for running in a Florida district long represented by Black Democrats
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz plans to run in the 20th Congressional District, which has traditionally had Black members of Congress. The move has drawn backlash.
- "He's never done that": Jeffries stuns colleagues by withholding Wasserman Schultz endorsement
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has not decided whether to support Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz's reelection amid controversy over her decision to run in a majority-minority district. Jeffries, known for backing Democratic incumbents, surprised colleagues by withholding endorsement, citing sensitivities around Black political representation.
- Black Democrats accuse Republicans of using redistricting to create ‘Jim Crow 2.0’
Black Democrats accuse Republicans of using redistricting to silence Black voters and undermine civil rights advancements. The effort is led by President Trump and has sparked existential concerns among Democrats. The redistricting campaign aims to purge Congress of minority districts.
- Rep. Jim Clyburn on protecting democracy: "I don't think the American people are doing enough"
Rep. Jim Clyburn, South Carolina's sole Black Democrat in the House, is a pivotal voice for the Democratic Party. The article highlights South Carolina's role as a critical testing ground for Democratic White House candidates.