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Celebrating Earth Day with a Commitment to Environmental Justice

This week we celebrate Earth Day, an international campaign for environmental awareness and protection. While this is a time to celebrate our...
The Decline of the Majority-Black District, and What It Means

The last decade hasn’t been kind to majority-black congressional districts across the country.

While the black population...
National Health Disparities Summit Recognizes Champions Fighting for Health Equity

The National Minority Quality Forum and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, in collaboration with the CBC Health Braintrust, honored...
The Root: The Shaky Future Of Health Care For Blacks

It's well documented that African Americans and other ethnic minorities have disproportionately higher rates of poor health, including infant...
Obama's Nod to Al Sharpton: Asset or Liability for 2012 Reelection Bid?

Many Americans may remember the Rev. Al Sharpton for his confrontational marches and his booming oratory, demanding – yes, demanding...

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Blacks and the 2012 Elections: A Preliminary Analysis
David A. Bositis, Ph.D.

December 2012

Place Matters for Health in the South Delta: Ensuring Opportunities for Good Health for All
The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies

November 2012

Place Matters for Health in Baltimore: Ensuring Opportunities for Good Health for All
The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies

November 2012

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