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Category: Joe biden

Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Biden-Harris Administration Take Steps to Address Racial Wage Gap

Taraji P. Henson’s powerful statement that highlighted the glaring wage disparities faced by Black women in Hollywood perhaps pales in comparison to the meager salaries those in America’s workforce historically contend with. And on January 29, the anniversary of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, the Biden-Harris Administration unveiled comprehensive measures to tackle persistent gender and racial wage gaps in the United States.

Stefi Mar February 6, 2024
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Concerns Raised by Democratic Leaders Over Biden-Harris Campaign’s Black Voter Support and MAGA Wall Challenge

In a critical assessment of the Biden-Harris reelection campaign, South Carolina Democratic Rep. James Clyburn, a key party influencer, and former President Barack Obama have each expressed reservations regarding the campaign’s struggle to secure robust backing from Black voters and its apparent inability to breach the MAGA wall. Clyburn, a linchpin in Biden’s victorious 2020 White House bid, and Obama, wielding enduring popularity, particularly among the Black community, conveyed their concerns separately.

Stefi Mar January 9, 2024
African Americans
Stefi Mar

Biden Touts Huge Investments in Black America, But Campaign Still Lagging in African American Support

As the 2024 presidential election race kicks into high gear, President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign is facing a stall among African Americans, coupled with concerns over the campaign’s perceived neglect of the Black Press of America—the community’s trusted voice for nearly two centuries. Despite those reservations, the White House is eager to showcase the unprecedented accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, particularly in economic growth and equity.

Stefi Mar January 2, 2024
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Biden Commutes Sentences and Pardons Marijuana Offenses in Sweeping Criminal Justice Reform

In what the White House called a decisive move echoing the core tenet of equal justice under law, President Joe Biden announced a set of substantial clemency actions aimed at addressing glaring disparities within the U.S. criminal justice system. The president, underscoring bipartisan consensus on the need for a fair and unbiased legal framework, declared a series of important measures toward realizing the promise of equal justice in American communities.

Stefi Mar December 26, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

President Biden Celebrates Black Small Business Boom, Announces New Investments

During President Biden’s visit to the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce today, he showcased the unprecedented growth of Black small business ownership under his administration. In a press call, top White House officials attributed the surge in Black entrepreneurship, the fastest in 30 years, to Bidenomics, which the president pledged would receive further support through new investments targeting underserved communities.

Stefi Mar December 26, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Highlights President’s Commitment to Black Community in Exclusive Interview

In an exclusive telephone interview, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre underscored President Biden’s unwavering commitment to addressing the Black community’s critical issues. Reflecting on promises made during the 2020 campaign, Jean-Pierre outlined key achievements and ongoing initiatives directly impacting African Americans and other historically underserved communities.

Stefi Mar December 19, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Biden Announces $4.8 billion in Student Loan Debt Forgiveness for 80,300 Borrowers

On Wednesday, Dec. 6, the Biden administration declared that it would erase an extra $4.8 billion of 80,300 students’ student loan debt. The U.S. Department of Education’s adjustments to its Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and income-driven repayment plans have resulted in the alleviation.

Stefi Mar December 19, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Growing Rift Emerges Between Biden and Obama Amidst Israel-Hamas Fallout

Amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, an unexpected casualty has emerged: the relationship between President Joe Biden and his former boss, Barack Obama. Reports indicate a growing divide between the two political heavyweights who once served side by side in the White House.

Stefi Mar December 12, 2023
African Americans
Stefi Mar

Biden Faces Eroding Support Among Arab, Muslim, and Black Americans, all Crucial Demographic Groups

Representatives Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan) and Dean Phillips (D-Minnesota) have reportedly emerged as formidable critics of President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection, publicly displaying a split within the party as Democrats desperately attempt to hold onto the White House in 2024. Despite their ideological differences, the two lawmakers have independently voiced concerns about Biden’s policies, creating a unique challenge for the incumbent.

Stefi Mar November 7, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Border Wall Resurgence: Biden’s Controversial Move Sparks Debate

The Biden administration has bypassed 26 federal public health, environmental, and cultural preservation laws to fast-track border wall and road construction in Starr County, Texas. The decision marks a significant departure from President Biden’s earlier stance to halt border wall development in favor of comprehensive reforms.

Stefi Mar October 10, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Biden-Harris Administration Launches White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to Tackle Epidemic

Gun violence remains a pressing concern for the United States, with over 500 mass shootings and a reported estimate of 25,000 victims in 2023 alone. In response, the Biden-Harris administration has announced a significant step forward in curbing this crisis. President Biden has introduced the inaugural White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, dedicated to implementing crucial executive and legislative measures to save lives and heal communities.


Stefi Mar September 26, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

President Biden Amplifies Importance of the Black Press of America

“The NNPA is especially honored to hear directly from President Joe Biden for his continued support and advocacy of the importance of the Black Press of America,” said Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., NNPA president and CEO. “As we celebrate 196 years of the Black Press, it’s always gratifying and encouraging to have the support of the President of the United States.”

Stefi Mar July 4, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Largest Federal Employee Union Backs Biden-Harris for Reelection

Months ahead of the 2024 primaries, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris received a significant endorsement from the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the nation’s largest federal employee union, representing 750,000 federal and DC government employees.


Stefi Mar June 20, 2023