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Latest News

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Seattle Medium 3 days

When Black Communities Lose Their Vote, Schools Pay The Price

For generations, Black communities have recognized the inseparable link between the right to vote and access to quality public education. However, a recent Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais, which weakened a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, now threatens both democratic principles and educational equity by reducing Black political representation.

Seattle Medium 3 days

The Water’s Fine: Black Seniors Challenge Swimming Fears

Seniors Inez Watson and Velmar Byrd are addressing the cultural and structural barriers that have historically prevented Black Americans from accessing swimming. Serving as 'swimming ambassadors,' both women champion efforts to overcome water-related fears and promote aquatic literacy within their communities.

Seattle Medium 3 days

Survey: One In Three Americans Trust AI As Much As A Pastor

New research indicates a growing number of Americans are seeking spiritual guidance from artificial intelligence, presenting a significant challenge to Black churches. These institutions have historically served as cornerstones for faith, community, and social support within Black American communities, raising questions about the impact of algorithms on their traditional role.

Seattle Medium 3 days

Faith Requires Work To Succeed

Donald Trump is accused of prioritizing his own interests, family, and friends over the American people, while spending tax dollars on lavish projects and pardoning criminals, and is urged to be held accountable through voting.

NW Progressive Institute 4 days

Last Week In Congress: How Cascadia’s U.S. lawmakers voted (June 1st-5th)

The week's major votes included Senate passage of a big Republican fiscal bill to give ICE and CBP more money and House passage of an Iran war powers resolution along with the Ukraine Support Act, both via discharge petition that circumvented Trump enabler Speaker Mike Johnson. Last Week In Congress: How Cascadia’s U.S. lawmakers voted (June 1st-5th) 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.

NW Progressive Institute 5 days

Netroots Nation 2026 closes with calls to organize, protect voting rights, and engage young people in progressive causes

Speakers at the final Philadelphia plenary urged attendees to convert energy into action, with Maxwell Frost, Jamie Raskin, Nikema Williams, Justin Pearson, Nan Seymour, and Jevin Hodge emphasizing grassroots power, youth engagement, trans dignity, and democracy’s survival in their podium remarks and panel appearances. Netroots Nation 2026 closes with calls to organize, protect voting rights, and engage young people in progressive causes 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.

NW Progressive Institute 6 days

“Clutch time” in the struggle to keep the republic: Frederick Haynes headlines stirring NN26 Friday evening keynote

Friday evening’s keynote at Netroots Nation 2026 brought together Philadelphia City Councilmember Rue Landau, Reverend Frederick Haynes, and three members of Congress (Summer Lee, Delia Ramirez, and Analilia Mejia) for a spirited discussion about building shared power and governing responsively to stop modern-day fascists from destroying American democracy. “Clutch time” in the struggle to keep the republic: Frederick Haynes headlines stirring NN26 Friday evening keynote 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.

NW Progressive Institute 6 days

Second NN26 keynote celebrates return to Philadelphia with a call for radical community resistance, persistence, and joy

Speakers at the second Netroots Nation 2026 plenary session, including Helen Gym and Austin Davis, emphasized collaborative movement sustainability, urging engagement at the state and local level to enact structural changes for working families. Second NN26 keynote celebrates return to Philadelphia with a call for radical community resistance, persistence, and joy 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 6 days

Seattle Commits To Restoration And Preservation Of Central District Pan-African Crosswalks

The City of Seattle has initiated a restoration project to renew and preserve 11 Pan-African flag crosswalks in the Central District. These landmarks have long served as iconic symbols of Black history, culture, and community presence.

Seattle Medium 6 days

Podcast: Seattle Medium’s Readers’ Choice Awards See Increased Community Engagement

The Seattle Medium's inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Readers' Choice Awards has generated significant community engagement, with nominees and residents actively promoting the campaign. This initiative, established to celebrate impactful businesses, organizations, and leaders, has fostered widespread participation and facilitated the discovery of new regional entities.

Seattle Medium 6 days

Podcast: Washington State Microenterprise Association Strengthens Entrepreneur Network

The Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) addresses critical barriers faced by microenterprises, sole proprietors, and early-stage entrepreneurs in accessing capital and vital resources. The organization strengthens the statewide network supporting small businesses, providing essential training, financing, and business development services. Its flagship initiative, Evergreen BizLink, serves as a free online resource navigator, connecting entrepreneurs with trusted support systems.

NW Progressive Institute 6 days

NPI, NPF unveil SearchTheLeft, an insightful new search engine for exploring and researching the progressive web

Developed to meet the need for tools that allow for the discovery of high quality journalism and commentary written by individuals and organizations at every level -- hyperlocal, regional, national, and international -- SearchTheLeft offers a human curated index of vetted sources and results that aren't buried below an AI prompt. NPI, NPF unveil SearchTheLeft, an insightful new search engine for exploring and researching the progressive web 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.

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