Voter Burnout
By Bronzeville Life Staff writer @bronzevillelife - In Chicago, voter burnout is more than just a buzzword - it’s a critical issue that is affecting the very foundation of democracy, especially for Black communities. Despite [...]
The Race to The Runoff Election of April 4th
By Dr. Robert Starks - While some were surprised at the results of the February 28th turnout, most political analysts saw it as the continuation of a low turnout trend. The election for mayor featured [...]
A Look at The Run-Off Aldermanic Candidates
By Donna Hammond - On Tuesday, February 28th, the City of Chicago went to the polls to vote for the city’s next mayor and alderpersons. In the aldermanic candidates' race, there were five Black wards [...]
THE CHICAGO 2023 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS – Driving Issues in Black Communities
By Robert T. Starks – Tuesday, February 28th, 2023, is Chicago Municipal Election Day. The election ballot
Politics 101: Nine Questions Black Chicago Has On Its Mind
By: James St. Patrick In honor of Chicago’s first Black mayor, the late Harold Washington—I decided to pay tribute to “Punch 9 for Harold Washington,” a must-watch documentary for political junkies. It’s an important history [...]
A College Student’s Guide to Voting
By Mila K. Marshal It’s election time, and many Black first-time voters are away from home for the first time during their first opportunity to cast their ballots. While the average age of the Black [...]
