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Representatives of the Congressional Black Caucus spoke to reporters and announced their opposition to the nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to the U.S. Supreme Court. They discussed their at…

During the National Black Caucus of State Legislators held its 29th Annual Legislative Conference, titled “Seeing Beyond: Investing in State Leadership, Improving Communities.” Mr. Swygert …

Members considered a resolution on the immediate withdrawal of military forces from Iraq. The resolution was brought to the floor by Representative Hunter to clarify the House’s position on …

Witnesses testified about hurricane disaster recovery efforts along the Gulf Coast, financing recovery and rebuilding programs, the Louisiana Recovery Corporation Act, and future needs in th…

A tribute was held to honor the life and legacy of the late Robert F. Kennedy. His daughter Kerry Kennedy and Rep. Edward Markey hosted a reception at the Capital to commemorate what would h…

Following a period during which Ms. Parks was honored by lying in repose in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a memorial service was held to honor her life and legacy prior to her funeral scheduled …

The House approved the conference report to H.R. 2744, a $100 billion agriculture appropriation for fiscal year 2006. Among the items agreed to in the conferenced version of the bill was a h…

The House passed a bill that bars obesity lawsuits against restaurants and manufacturers in both federal and state courts.

The Millions More Movement commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Million Man March on the National Mall with speeches and performances highlighting the theme of reparation, repair, rebuil…

Representative Watt, chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), talked to journalists about the October 15 Millions More Movement. He spoke about politics, economic disparities, and t…

The Congressional Black Caucus held the 35th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC), which is considered to be the premier African American conference on policy issues. The ALC provides the pla…

Leaders of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation spoke to reporters about plans for their annual legislative conference. They discussed Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and other issues …

A bipartisan delegation of House Representatives spoke to reporters about Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. They came to the Gulf Coast to witness firsthand the devastation from the hurrican…

The House considers HR 3199, Patriot Act reauthorization.

While waiting for Congressman Watt, Senator Kennedy spoke to reporters about the nomination of Judge John Roberts to the U.S. Supreme Court. He introduced Ms. Phillips and Ms. Jones, plainti…

Julian Bond delivered the keynote address at the NAACP convention in Milwaukee. Prior to his speech several lawmakers made remarks and talked about policies affecting black communities. In h…