BIN: Our Voices

Former Biden press officer Erica Loewe talks about the importance of sharing news of interest to African American community through outlets such as the Black Information Network.

Rep. Nikema Williams (D-GA)  talks about the economic power and impact of the Black community in America

Rep. Justin Pearson (D-TN)  discusses the challenges facing Black Americans during the second Trump administration.

Attorney Benjamin Crump  talks to Morgyn Wood about how he is steadfast in protecting the civil rights of his clients.

Montgomery County, Maryland Councilman Will Jawando talks about the importance and benefits of economic growth in the African-American community.

Melesa Johnson Jackson County, Missouri Prosecutor spoke wife Morgyn Wood about the criminal justice system and public safety. She is the first Black female prosecutor in Missouri.

Delegate Stacey Plaskett (D-Virgin Islands) talks about how challenging times for the Black community bring out the best in innovation and creativity.

Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA)  discusses the challenges facing Democrat members of Congress during the second Trump administration.

John Hope Bryant, Founder Operation HOPE discusses Black entrepreneurship and economic growth. 

Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) believes that Trump administration policies are an assault on the African American community and explains why it is important for Democrats to take back the House of Representatives in the 2026 Midterm elections.

Ashley Thomas, III, President of the National Assn of Real Estate Broker s talks about home ownership in the Black community, building wealth and areas where "redlining" continues in the housing market. 

Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-OH)  talks about the power of Black women in American society, and how she fears they are being marginalized under the Trump Administration.

Cornelius Fletcher, Director of Federal Affairs for Everytown for Gun Safety talks about how his organization is fighting to end gun violence in the Black community and throughout America.

Sanaa Chege, Author of "A Diver Like Me,"  talks about her book which is the story of a young Black girl who is passionate about honing her diving skills. How does she do it? With a dedicated focus, along with tons of practice and teamwork!

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) , talks about the issues that she has been focused on, including Gaza and how she is working to ensure that people of color are not marginalized during the Trump presidency.

Charlyn Stanbury, Vice President, National Assn of Broadcasters talks about why it is critical to maintain AM Radio in automobiles to provide life-saving information during emergencies, especially to under-served communities that may not have access to other sources.

Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) is one of two African-American women in the United States Senate. She discusses how she learned from those who preceded her and how she is focused on providing affordable housing during a time of shortages and inflation.

Rep. James Clyburn, (D-SC) explains why he believes the policies of the Trump administration are having a negative effect on the Black community.

Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-NJ)  talks about Democrats fighting the Trump administration, and her own battle after she was indicated for assaulting police officers at an immigration facility in New Jersey.

Rep. Janelle Bynum (D-OR) , is the first Black woman to represent Oregon in Congress. Her district is overwhelmingly white, but she said that the issues that are important to her - the economy and health care - are important to all Americans regardless of race.

Texas State Representative Nicole Collier , discusses the redistricting initiative in her state which would remap Texas to give Republicans an advantage in Congress.

Dr. Renata Hedrington-Jones , President of the Association of Black Social Workers talks about how her organization advocates for the African Community through a commitment to enhancing the quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry through advocacy, human services delivery, and research.

Dr. Sherri Johnson, Chair, Maternal Child Health Task Force, National Black Nurses Association, a group of 200,000 nurses. Dr. Johnson talks about the importance of Black maternal health as well as other significant issues facing the African American community.

Alfred Johnosn,  Vice President Prairieview, Texas Economic and Development Corporation talks about the challenges facing small-town America in light of budget cuts. Even though Prairieview is home to one of the largest HBCU's (Prairieview A&M), there are few programs in place to attract investment and to keep students in the town after graduation.

Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ ) talks about the hyper-sexualization that occurs specifically with Black women in industries such as music, education, television, literature, and more. The panel will also discuss the ways sexuality has been used to justify the exploitation of the Black female body.