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Latest News

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NW Progressive Institute 15 days

Happy Juneteenth 2026!

On this nineteenth day of June, we celebrate the emancipation of Black Americans at the end of the Confederate insurrection while continuing to work for greater freedom, opportunity, and equity in a country still struggling to end systemic racism. Happy Juneteenth 2026! is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

Seattle Medium 16 days

The Long War Against Michelle Obama’s Womanhood

Former First Lady Michelle Obama has faced sustained far-right attacks since the 2008 presidential campaign. The recent public insult by Josh Hokit, delivered on the White House lawn, underscores a continuation of former President Donald Trump's long-running campaign of 'othering' the nation's first Black first family.

Seattle Medium 16 days

New Website Reveals A Deadly Truth For Black L.A. Communities

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has launched a new online dashboard to track the health impacts of extreme heat. This initiative aims to identify vulnerable populations and inform targeted interventions, a critical step toward preventing heat-related fatalities, especially in historically underserved communities disproportionately affected by rising temperatures.

Seattle Medium 16 days

Finding Fellowship: How A Black Maryland Community Bridged Racial Divides

Jacob Green, a memoirist, documentary filmmaker, and former Obama staffer, has launched significant initiatives to preserve the history of a historically Black community in Maryland. His documentary, 'Finding Fellowship,' and memoir, 'Too Precious to Lose,' serve as a tribute to the past, offering crucial lessons on unity and reconciliation while highlighting the imperative of safeguarding historical narratives against displacement and demographic shifts.

Seattle Medium 16 days

The Algorithm May Not See You

The increasing reliance on AI mental health chatbots, notably among Black Americans and young adults, has drawn warnings from researchers concerning their potential to deliver inaccurate, misleading, or dangerous advice, and to exacerbate existing racial biases.

Seattle Medium 16 days

Americans View Obama Far More Positively Than Trump Or Biden, CNN Poll Finds

Former President Barack Obama maintains his status as the most popular living president, with a recent CNN poll revealing a 57% favorability rating among Americans, significantly exceeding the 34% for Donald Trump and 30% for Joe Biden.

Seattle Medium 16 days

Black Representation: 1776–2026. 250 Years of Leadership, Citizenship, And Black Civic Engagement

Juneteenth commemorates the enduring struggle for Black freedom, emphasizing the imperative of civic engagement, voter participation, and leadership to honor the legacy of those who advanced these fundamental rights.

Seattle Medium 16 days

America At 250: Patriotism Without Truth Is Propaganda

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a comprehensive historical reckoning is advocated, highlighting the centuries-long struggle of Black people and other marginalized communities to expand democratic ideals, and prioritizing an honest engagement with the nation's past over purely celebratory narratives.

Seattle Medium 16 days

From Access To Ownership: The Evolving Fight For Equity In Seattle

Black leaders in Seattle are advocating for spatial justice, which emphasizes ownership of land, housing, and community assets as a means of achieving lasting equity and ensuring that future generations benefit from the value their communities help create.

Seattle Medium 16 days

Hidden Dangers: What You Should Know Before Heading To The Water This Summer

King County has experienced 135 unintentional drowning deaths from 2018-2022, with cold water shock, fast-moving currents, and silent drowning being some of the hidden dangers of Pacific Northwest waterways that can be avoided with proper safety precautions.

NW Progressive Institute 17 days

Colleen Melody, Mike Diaz, Debra Stephens up in Washington State Supreme Court contests; Theo Angelis in a competitive race

In every one of the 2026 Supreme Court contests we asked voters about at the end of May 2026, 60% or greater said they were not sure how they would vote. Among the respondents who did have opinions, incumbents did well, as did two appeals court judges who are running for open seats. One incumbent, recently appointed Justice Theo Angelis, appears to be more at risk of elimination than his peers, at least before the intensive voter contact phase of the campaign. Colleen Melody, Mike Diaz, Debra Stephens up in Washington State Supreme Court contests; Theo Angelis in a competitive race is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

Seattle Medium 17 days

Calling All Seattle Residents! 

Uplift Northwest, a nonprofit organization, provides comprehensive employment and job-readiness services to individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness. The initiative offers dignified work, training, transportation, and housing assistance, aiming to remove systemic barriers to employment and foster lasting stability and opportunity.

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