February 01, 2012 12:00 am

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie distorts civil rights history. Read More

January 25, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering the legendary Etta James. Read More

January 18, 2012 12:00 am

The new movie release "Red Tails" shoots down stereotypes. Read More

January 10, 2012 12:00 am

As the King holiday approaches, we are mindful of the assault on voting rights. Read More

January 05, 2012 12:00 am

It's time to kick off 2012 with a new perspective and goals. Read More

Broadband Access for All: Connect Today, Change Your Tomorrow

December 20, 2011 12:00 am

We must make broadband Internet service accessible to all. Read More

December 13, 2011 12:00 am

A new generation of Black women leaders is emerging. Read More

December 06, 2011 12:00 am

We have a moral obligation to address children's poverty in our nation. Read More

November 30, 2011 12:00 am

Occupy the Hood Now! It is time to reclaim our communities. Read More

November 23, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League bestows its highest honor on Alma Brown. Read More

November 16, 2011 12:00 am

Celebrating the life of former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier. Read More

November 08, 2011 12:00 am

New Urban League reports identifies DC as top area for entrepreneurs. Read More

November 01, 2011 12:00 am

Bill in Ohio legislature would produce jobs for jobless in the state. Read More

October 26, 2011 12:00 am

The ill-advised war in Iraq is finally set to end. Read More

October 19, 2011 12:00 am

We can honor the legacy of Dr. King by fighting for jobs. Read More

Shuttlesworth, Bell and Jobs Changed the Course of History

October 12, 2011 12:00 am

We have lost three pioneers who changed the course of history. Read More

October 05, 2011 12:00 am

The President is right to urge Blacks to fight for jobs and equality. Read More

A Long Shadow of Doubt: The Execution of Troy Davis

September 27, 2011 12:00 am

The execution of Troy Davis casts a long shadow of doubt on justice system. Read More

September 22, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League aids victims of mortgage scams. Read More

September 13, 2011 12:00 am

The President's jobs plan is a good start to put Americans back to work. Read More

September 07, 2011 12:00 am

Now that Labor Day has passed, Washington must address the jobs crisis. Read More

August 31, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League Empowerment Summit comes to Atlanta. Read More

August 16, 2011 12:00 am

Congress needs to pass the Urban Jobs Act to help at-risk youth. Read More

August 09, 2011 12:00 am

Mayor Bloomberg joins the fight to support Black men in New York City. Read More

National Urban League Urges President and Congress to Refocus National Debate on Jobs

August 02, 2011 12:00 am

Urban League calls on President and Congress to refocus on creating jobs. Read More

July 26, 2011 12:00 am

Reflections on a recent meeting with President Obama at the White House. Read More

July 21, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League affiliates work to carry out empowerment agenda. Read More

July 12, 2011 12:00 am

Job creation is priority issue at upcoming Urban League convention. Read More

June 29, 2011 12:00 am

New Black leaders are committed to making job creation a priority. Read More

June 21, 2011 12:00 am

Two of the nation's leading business leaders push jobs agenda. Read More

June 14, 2011 12:00 am

Preparing African American College students for jobs in Corporate America. Read More

Proposed Mortgage Qualification Rule May End Homeownership As We Know It

June 07, 2011 12:00 am

Proposed mortgage qualification rules endanger home ownership. Read More

Saluting the Class of 2011

May 31, 2011 12:00 am

Giving advice and well wishes to the Class of 2011. Read More

Focus remains on creating jobs

May 17, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League visits New England to discuss jobs plan. Read More

Urban Jobs Act – A Powerful Weapon in the War on Unemployment

May 10, 2011 12:00 am

We need to pass the Urban Jobs Act to bring jobs to our communities. Read More

May 03, 2011 12:00 am

Budget cuts to housing counselors further hurts middle class. Read More

Trump Employing “Birther” Issue as a Weapon of Mass Distraction

April 26, 2011 12:00 am

Donald Trump's misinformation campaign is meant to distract public. Read More

McDonald’s Adds 50,000 Jobs

April 19, 2011 12:00 am

McDonald's is serving up more than burgers and fries these days. Read More

April 12, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League is preparing Blacks to serve on corporate Boards. Read More

April 05, 2011 12:00 am

Is Washington taking notice of the real state of Black America? Read More

Kansas City’s Green Impact Zone Launches War on Unemployment

March 30, 2011 12:00 am

A war on unemployment is shaping up in Kansas City. Read More

March 23, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League hosts its annual Legislative Policy Conference. Read More

THE issue is Jobs

March 15, 2011 12:00 am

The Urban League releases its annual State of Black America report. Read More

Stop the Lies about the Financial Meltdown

March 08, 2011 12:00 am

Blacks and Latinos are being made scapegoats for the financial crisis. Read More

March 01, 2011 12:00 am

Urban League takes its economic recovery plan on the road to Indiana. Read More

February 22, 2011 12:00 am

Black entrepreneurship is an option of necessity in today's economy. Read More

February 15, 2011 12:00 am

Former NBA star leads Detroit with a new vision for economic recovery. Read More

February 08, 2011 12:00 am

One of the Reconstruction Constitutional amendments is under attack. Read More

R. Sargent Shriver: Architect of the Great Society

February 01, 2011 12:00 am

Remembering Sargent Shriver, architect of the war on poverty. Read More

Green Empowerment Zones Mean Jobs for Communities of Color

January 25, 2011 12:00 am

Now is the time to invest in "green" jobs in urban America. Read More

A Jobs Creation Plan to Rebuild America

January 18, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League announces 12-point job creation agenda. Read More

Bill Daley and Gene Sperling Have Done it Before

January 13, 2011 12:00 am

New White House appointees have experience to get the job done. Read More

January 04, 2011 12:00 am

2011 offers the nation another chance to get it right. Read More

Black Farmers Finally Get Justice

December 29, 2010 12:00 am

Black farmers finally get justice for years of mistreatment. Read More

Historic Reforms Enacted by Obama in 2010

December 21, 2010 12:00 am

Despite the rhetoric, the Obama White House scored some victories in 2010. Read More

President Obama to Award Medal of Freedom to Angelou, Lewis and Russell

December 15, 2010 12:00 am

Three Black Americans slated for highest honor for citizenship. Read More

New Governors Include Champions for Cities

December 08, 2010 12:00 am

New governors include supporters of the nation's urban centers. Read More

Mid-Terms Elect New African American Members of Congress

December 01, 2010 12:00 am

The 111th Congress will include several new Black legislators. Read More

Public School Financing – Broke, Busted and Disgusted

November 17, 2010 12:00 am

How we finance public education is flawed and must be fixed. Read More

Childhood Obesity: The Holiday Grinch in Black America

November 09, 2010 12:00 am

Black families must make healthy lifestyles a priority for children. Read More

Black America to Construction Unions: Open Your Doors

November 02, 2010 12:00 am

It's time for the construction trades to end discriminatory practices. Read More

Get Out and Vote on November 2nd

October 19, 2010 12:00 am

After all the rhetoric, all that matters is voting on November 2. Read More

Help is on the way for small businesses

September 29, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama is set to sign legislation aiding small businesses. Read More

September 21, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League honors the memory of Dr. Ronald Walters. Read More

One Nation Working Together Rally

September 14, 2010 12:00 am

On October 2 progressives will rally for jobs and social justice in DC. Read More

Is America Marching in Two Different Directions?

September 01, 2010 12:00 am

Two "marches" in DC; is the nation at odds with itself? Read More

Dr. Laura Resigns

August 25, 2010 12:00 am

Dr. Laura provides another example of how some are clueless regarding racism. Read More

Justice Denied to Black Farmers

August 17, 2010 12:00 am

The U.S. Senate again fails to do right by the nation's Black farmers. Read More

Secretary Duncan Announces Equity Commission at National Urban League Conference

August 10, 2010 12:00 am

The Secretary of Education announces new education initiative. Read More

August 04, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama makes a push for education reform. Read More

National Urban League Centennial Conference Celebrates 100 Years

July 22, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League prepares for its centennial celebration. Read More

LeBron Fever

July 13, 2010 12:00 am

The LeBron James circus is over, for now. However, it was quite a show. Read More

Senate gets a break; Jobless Don't

July 08, 2010 12:00 am

The Senate has skipped out, leaving the jobless to fend for themselves. Read More

Loose lips sink ship

June 29, 2010 12:00 am

General Stanley McChrystal's loose lips sunk his ship. Read More

BEEP - Real Role Models for our Youth

June 22, 2010 12:00 am

Black Executive Exchange Program provides real role models for youth. Read More

Juneteenth - Back Independence Day

June 15, 2010 12:00 am

June 19 marks the date when Black Americans' independence was certified. Read More

Jobs Crisis Continues

June 08, 2010 12:00 am

Beneath the latest jobs numbers, a crisis is lurking for Blacks. Read More

Rand Paul is on the Wrong Side of History

June 03, 2010 12:00 am

Tea Party candidate Rand Paul is on the wrong side of history. Read More

May 25, 2010 12:00 am

There is still much to be done to achive education equity in our nation. Read More

New Orleans - The Oil This Time

May 11, 2010 12:00 am

Five years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has a new challenge. Read More

May 05, 2010 12:00 am

Arizona's new immigration law is offensive to all that is just. Read More

Dorothy Height: An American Treasure

April 27, 2010 12:00 am

With the passing of Dorothy Height, the nation has lost a true treasure. Read More

April 20, 2010 12:00 am

Remembering the legacy of a civil rights legend, Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks. Read More

Time for Action on Summer Jobs for Youth

April 13, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama and Congress must act on summer jobs program for youth. Read More

2010 Census: It's in Our Hands

April 07, 2010 12:00 am

It's not too late to return your Census forms and help our community. Read More

College Basketball Graduation Rates: Keep the Madness; End the Insanity

March 30, 2010 12:00 am

Time to end the insanity around college basketball graduation rates. Read More

The State of Black America 2010

March 23, 2010 12:00 am

The national Urban League releases its annual report on Black America. Read More

Urban League joins Congressional Black Caucus in call for jobs

March 16, 2010 12:00 am

It's time for our nation's leaders to address the unemployment crisis. Read More

Congress fails to deliver on jobs bill

March 09, 2010 12:00 am

Congress comes up short on the jobs bill and needs to start over. Read More

I Am Empowered!

March 02, 2010 12:00 am

National Urban League kicks off campaign as part of 100th anniversary. Read More

Senator Kennedy's Voice is Missed

February 23, 2010 12:00 am

The nation is feeling the loss of the "Lion of the Senate." Read More

Civil Rights Leaders Take Fight for Jobs to the White House

February 18, 2010 12:00 am

Civil rights leaders meet with President on jobs agenda for Blacks. Read More

A Journey of Empowerment to China

February 09, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League set out on a historic journey to China. Read More

February 03, 2010 12:00 am

National Urban League launches its centennial anniversary celebration. Read More

Obama: One Year Later

January 26, 2010 12:00 am

The President is off to a good start but still has much work to do. Read More

Help Haiti Now!

January 21, 2010 12:00 am

Haiti needs help now, and so far Americans are responding. Read More

A Publishing and Beauty Pioneer

January 12, 2010 12:00 am

Eunice Walker Johnson's contributions to our nation deserve honor. Read More

Percy Ellis Sutton

January 05, 2010 12:00 am

Celebrating the life of a political and business pioneer. Read More

Farewell to 2009

December 29, 2009 12:00 am

We bid farewell to an eventful first decade of the 21st century. Read More

Get the Count Right

December 22, 2009 12:00 am

Coalition of civil rights groups call for an accurate Census count. Read More

Green Jobs for Black America

December 15, 2009 12:00 am

A green jobs agenda can provide economic opportunity to Black Americans. Read More

National Urban League's Jobs Agenda

December 08, 2009 12:00 am

The National Urban League outlines its jobs agenda for America. Read More

Oprah's Next Big Success

December 01, 2009 12:00 am

Now that she conquered talk television, Oprah Winfrey eyes new challenge. Read More

Urgent Action for Jobs Needed Now

November 25, 2009 12:00 am

President Obama must advance a jobs agenda to avoid economic disaster. Read More

Time for Senate to act on Health Care Reform

November 17, 2009 12:00 am

The Senate must act to pass comprehensive health care reform. Read More

Hate Crimes Bill signed into Law

November 10, 2009 12:00 am

Nation moves one step closer to justice with signing of Shepard-Byrd Act. Read More

By Marc Morial, CEO, National Urban League

November 02, 2009 12:00 am

As the debate heats up on health care reform, Blacks need to be vocal. Read More

It's time to declare "peace" on youth violence

October 27, 2009 12:00 am

It is time to address all of the issues that manifest in violent behavior. Read More

October 23, 2009 12:00 am

The 2010 Census represents an opportunity to be counted and heard. Read More

October 19, 2009 12:00 am

There has been such a whirlwind of analysis, criticism and even some derision among certain segments of the chattering class about President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize, that I decided to go to the source for some answers. Read More