The Emancipation Proclamation did not end slavery. Here’s what did.
Two states — Delaware and Kentucky — still allowed slavery until the 13th Amendment was ratified, six months after Juneteenth.
Congress can’t easily pass police reforms. Here’s why.
Public attention will shift — and the Republican Senate will ignore House action.
D.C. statehood is back on the House’s agenda. Here’s why it faces an uphill battle.
Can you say “taxation without representation”?
Can Trump win over African Americans? This survey suggests there’s little chance.
[caption id="attachment_54382" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.), center, flanked