Watch the WCPT show from Kankakee County
On October 25, 2022 I helped to kick off the WCPT Joan Esposito Show. Below are the video minute marks. Thanks to the Illinois Democratic Women of Kankakee County for…
The Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, left, and Walter Reuther, president of the United Auto Workers Union, are shown together at meeting of African American leaders at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York, July 2, 1963. (AP Photo)
Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and His Association with the Labor Movement
As we celebrate the birthday, legacy and teachings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King today, let’s also remember that he was also prophetic. His admonitions about the dangers of not…
Lawmakers Say Budget Impasse Hurting Black Population
Lawmakers from the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus say the state's budget stalemate is having a big impact on the black population as youths miss out on financial aid for colleges…
At Rainbow PUSH talking about the need to fight for transportation investments that connect our communities
The State needs to invest in transportation and transit projects to connect the Chicago Southland region to downtown Chicago. Representative Riley speaking before Rainbow PUSH about the need to…