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From Michigan primaries to Mississippi's Senate race — see where our power is showing up this week.

BlackVoter.org
August 07, 2026

Michigan Spoke: El-Sayed Wins, Our Power Moves the Senate Forward

Big news out of Michigan: Abdul El-Sayed just won the Democratic Senate nomination, defeating U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens in a race that shows what's possible when we show up. El-Sayed, a former Wayne County health official from Ann Arbor, built his campaign on public health, economic justice, and community accountability — issues that hit close to home for Black families navigating healthcare gaps and economic instability every day. This win isn't just about one candidate. It's about what happens when everyday voters decide who represents them, rather than letting establishment picks coast to victory. That's the power of the primary process, and it's a reminder that our votes shape outcomes long before November. Now the real work begins. Register if you haven't. Check your voter status. Learn where El-Sayed stands on the issues that matter to us. And hold him — and every candidate — accountable from here to Election Day. Our voices got him this far. Let's keep pushing.

11,000 Lives at Risk From Toxic Waste — Demand Action Now

Family, we need to talk about environmental justice — because once again, a historically Black community is being asked to carry a burden it never signed up for. A radioactive waste stack is putting more than 11,000 residents at risk of cancer and other serious health problems, and this isn't new. For generations, Black neighborhoods have been treated as dumping grounds, from toxic landfills to polluted air and now nuclear waste sitting too close to home. This is environmental racism, plain and simple, and it's a public health crisis hiding in plain sight. Our elders fought too hard for our safety and dignity for us to stay silent now. So here's what we do: show up to town halls, demand answers from local officials, and hold environmental agencies accountable for cleanup timelines. Register to vote if you haven't, and vote for leaders who prioritize community health over corporate convenience. Our neighborhoods deserve clean air, clean land, and leaders who protect us, not poison us.

BLM Sports Puts $200K Into HBCUs — This Is Investment in Us

Let's talk investment that actually shows up in our communities. BLM Sports, founded by Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation Chairwoman Cicley Gay, just put nearly $200,000 back into nonprofits, HBCU athletics, and grassroots initiatives across the country. This isn't charity for show — it's strategy. Youth development, education, and mentorship are getting real dollars, the kind that builds futures instead of just making headlines. This matters because representation isn't only about who's in office or who's on TV — it's about who controls resources and where those resources flow. When Black-led organizations fund Black institutions, that's legacy-building. That's power staying in our hands. So here's your move: support HBCU programs when you can, show up for local youth initiatives, and keep an eye on where philanthropic dollars in your community actually land. Accountability isn't just for politicians — it's for every institution claiming to serve us. Invest your attention like BLM Sports invested its dollars — intentionally, and where it counts.

Y'all, let's talk about what's happening in Mississippi. Scott Colom, a Black Democrat, is stepping up to challenge Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith for her U.S. Senate seat. In a state where white conservatives have long held the reins of power, this campaign matters — not just as politics, but as legacy. Colom's run is built on his record as a prosecutor and his commitment to real change for working families, families that look like ours and have too often been overlooked. This isn't just about one race. It's about representation, accountability, and who gets to shape Mississippi's future. Hyde-Smith has aligned herself closely with Trump's agenda, and Colom is offering voters a different vision. Here's what we need to do: register to vote, check your registration status now, and make a plan to show up. Our voices, our ballots, our power. Mississippi's history is watching. Let's write the next chapter together.

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Opinion: Louisiana Is Becoming the Blueprint for Rolling Back Black Civil Rights

Louisiana is writing a playbook—and it's not one we want copied nationwide. From redistricting fights that dilute Black political power to court rulings chipping away at voting rights protections won during the Civil Rights Movement, the state is testing just how far civil rights rollbacks can go before the rest of the country follows suit. This isn't new—Louisiana has long been ground zero for voter suppression tactics. But history shows us what happens when we stay silent: other states take notes. Our ancestors marched, organized, and sometimes died for the ballot box. We honor that legacy by staying loud, not quiet. Check your voter registration status today. Show up for local elections, not just presidential ones—school boards and city councils shape your daily life. Call your state legislators and demand transparency on redistricting maps. Support organizations fighting these battles in court. Louisiana's blueprint only works if we let it. Let's make sure it doesn't.

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New Poll Finds Black Women Have Lost Faith in Washington But Not in Their Vote

Let's be clear: Black women are not sitting this one out. Despite a tough 2024 election cycle, the latest Power of the Sister Vote survey confirms what we've always known — our sisters remain the backbone of political engagement in this country. This isn't new. From the Civil Rights Movement to today's fights for voting rights and economic justice, Black women have consistently shown up, organized, and led when it mattered most. This new data proves that legacy is alive and well. Black women aren't disengaging — they're recalibrating, staying focused on accountability, and demanding real representation from leaders at every level. So here's our call to action: register if you haven't, check your voter status now, and start showing up at local meetings where decisions affecting our communities get made. Talk to your circles. Push candidates on real issues. Our power isn't just in showing up on Election Day — it's in staying engaged every single day after.