Protecting the Right to Vote is a Jewish Value
The battle for the soul of our nation has now moved to every state legislature challenging our right to vote.
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President Biden began his recent speech before a joint session of Congress by level-setting with the American people about the three crises he inherited: the COVID-19 pandemic, the economic downturn and “the worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War.” He declared the January 6 insurrection “an existential crisis, and a test of whether our democracy could survive,” and noted that the central challenge of our time is ensuring that America’s democracy will endure.
Sen. Chuck Schumer Talks Police Reform, Voting Rights And Black-Owned Businesses
After his first 100 days as Senate Majority Leader, the top Democrat faces hostile Republicans seeking to derail the president’s agenda.
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Written by Nigel Roberts
As President Biden marked his 100th day in office last week, New York Sen. Chuck Schumer, also marked his 100th day as Senate Majority Leader. In that role, he’stasked with navigating the president’s agenda through an evenly divided chamber.
Unlike the Democratic-led House of Representatives, which can pass bills by a simple majority vote, Senate rules require 60 votes to pass major legislation. That means Democrats must stick together and win over at least 10 Republicans.
Bay Area political events: Race and Hollywood, future of the office
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Upcoming political events in the Bay Area. Events take place online unless otherwise noted:
TUESDAY
Race and diversity in Hollywood: A discussion of the obstacles that people of color face in entertainment, as well as steps toward industry changes to increase representation. Participants include Franklin Leonard, founder of the Black List, and Sheldon Lyn, co-author of “Black Representation in Film and TV: The Challenges and Impact of Increasing Diversity.” Hosted by the Commonwealth Club. Noon. More information is here.
WEDNESDAY
Cindy McCain: Interiew with author of “Stronger: Courage, Hope, and Humor in My Life with John McCain.” Hosted by the Commonwealth Club. Noon. More information is here.