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  1. Welcome back! Great to have you back!
  2. About Us: Founded by E.A. Davenport in 2012, The Report has been leading voice of the American Left. Founded to provide a voice on national politics through a left leaning perspective, The Report has continued to provide cratiques and insight into the belly of Washington.
  3. Name: E.A. Davenport Date of Birth: January 3, 1981 (age 35) Place of Birth: Detroit, MI Place of Residence: Detroit, MI Avatar: Journalist Phil Lewis Educational History: North Carolina Agricultural & Technical University, B.A in Journalism & Mass Communications (class of 2004) Occupational History: Summer Journalism Intern, Greensboro News & Record (2003) Writer, Jacobin Magazine (2004-2007) Contributor & Assistant Editor, In These Times (2007-2009) Script Writer, Democracy Now! (2009-2012) Founder & Owner, The Report. (2012-present) About Elijah and the Founding of The Report.: The Report was founded by Elijah Alexander Davenport. He is a proud graduate of North Carolina A&T Univeristy in Greensboro, North Carolina. As a student at NCAT Davenport majoried in Journalism and instantly fell in love with writing and news reporting. During the summer leading up to his senior year, Davenport interned as a journalist intern for the Greensboro New & Record newspaper. There he assisted with editing, print formating, administative duties and much more. Two months after graduating, Davenport landed a position at one of his favorite magazines, Jacobin. As a writer there, Davenport published nearly 50 articles discussing race relations, economic policy, Palestine, criminal justice reform and historical analysis. In 2007 Davenport was offered an Assistant Editor’s position at In These Times Magazine where he not only managed the Magazine’s Opinion Section but also contributed an additional 10 published works on Palestine and Race Relations in the United States. He later was tapped in 2009 to work as a Script Writer with Democracy Now! Where he worked closely with the script team to proofread and edit the script for the daily broadcast of the show. By 2012 Davenport wanted to start his own venture and created The Report, a magazine focused on national politics through a progressive lense. Since 2012, The Report has been covering national politics and has published work criticizing the nation’s growing wealth gap, continued tensions between communities and law enforcement and the plight of working class Americans.
  4. Name: Nolan A. Stokes (D-MD) Media/Outlet: CNN Reason: Our communities are hurting after the death of Freddie Gray. As we await the verdict we must remain peaceful. The killing of Freddie Gray has left many across Baltimore and our nation hurt. Many Americans, undesrtand the pain and trauma and many understand the relationship many communities have with our law enforcement. What happened to Freddie Gray is apart of a larger concern around how our communites across the nation interact with police. Following his death many were angery and I undestand that. But lets be clear while I do not condone riots, Dr. King said that 'riots are the voice of the unheard.' What I am saying here is that Baltimore did not erupt for no reason. This is apart of a larger conversation we need to have about how our police and communites across the nation interact. We need to realize that our systems are broken and that we must heal the wounds of our past. From the legacies of divestment from our communities to the harmeful policies that excluded generations of Ameriacans from access to wealth because of their skin color. All this had affects on how our nation is today. Freddie Gray should still be hear. Trayvon Martin should still be here. Sandra Bland should still be here. Eric Garner should still be here. Our communities are hurting after the death of Freddie Gray. As we await the verdict we must remain peaceful. I stand with the people of Baltimore and call for Justice for Freddie Gray.
  5. Name: Nolan A. Stokes (D-MD) Media/Outlet: MSNBC Reason: The Idea of a DNC Loyalty Pledge Isn't the Right Path Forward. Senator deSonido has been a strong ally of the Democrats. That is why he has my support. Current discussions among Party Leadership regarding creating a loyalty pledge for candidates is not the right path for the Democratic Party. We have always been a party that welcomed anyone and everyone who supports our goals and fights for working-class and middle-class Americans. I believe creating an internal litmus test isn't the right path to go. Senator deSonido has been a strong ally and supporter of numerous initiatives that members of the Democratic Party have put forth. Much of what he is saying now on the campaign trail either aligns or expands on what the Democrats have done under President Obama. He has always been a part of the push forward. He believes in expanding access to healthcare, he believes in raising wages for workers, he believes in making sure that everyone regardless of where they came from, you have a shot at succeeding in our nation. I will also add that Senator deSonido has even committed to signing the loyalty pledge, while I believe we should not have this pledge, his willingness to sign shows that he is here to unify around a common goal. The goal is to support the people of this nation. To ensure we are unified in November, we must cease to float around a Loyalty Pledge and focus on the issues. Senator deSonido has always supported many initiatives by the Democratic Caucus in the Senate and has proven his commitment to working with our party. Throughout his life he has supported and worked with the Democrats, serving at one point within the Young Democrats as the President of the California Young Democrats and before then was a member of the Young Democrats of South Carolina before moving to California. He came into politics as a public servant with the Democrats and has always been there alongside us. That's why, I support him and know that he continue that allyship as President of the United States.
  6. SENATOR NOLAN A. STOKES DISCUSSES TRANSIT ACCESSIBILITY IN BALTIMORE BALTIMORE, MD – Senator Nolan A. Stokes (D-MD) joined residents at the Edmondson Avenue Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library System in Baltimore's Edmondson Village Neighborhood. At this event, Senator Stokes discussed and listened to resident's concerns about access to reliable public transit within the city and the greater region. Baltimore's public transit system is run and operated by the Maryland Transit Authority (MTA), the state-run transit administration under the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). This agency not only operates the city's vast local and commuter bus network, but it also has jurisdiction over the MARC Commuter Rail, the Baltimore Metro SubwayLink, and the Baltimore Light RailLink. "In Baltimore, many residents struggle daily with access to reliable transit options," explained Senator Stokes. "In 2001, MDOT initiated a plan to expand transit rail access and connect East and West Baltimore. However, because of Governor Hogan, this project has been halted after being in the works and ready to go for over 15 years." Senator Stokes shared that access to reliable, safe, and affordable public transit options is crucial to growing our urban cities and their economies. "When residents have access to diverse transit options it also makes it easier for them to get to work, school, and other places across the region," Senator Stokes explained. "I believe that in our state and nationally we must do our part to expand access to diverse transit options." The Senator continued by criticizing Governor Larry Hogan for halting and canceling the construction of the MTA Red Line. Closing the transit access gap for the many residents who live along the proposed railway route would open up more economic opportunities for these communities and provide easier access to other parts of the region.
  7. Name: Nolan Anthony Stokes Date of Birth: December 8, 1971 (45 years old) Place of Birth: Washington, DC Current Place of Residence: Baltimore, Maryland Political Party: Democratic Party Faction: Progressive Faction State and Seat: Maryland Class III Avatar: Mayor Brandon M. Scott Family History: Father: Anthony Stokes (b. 1925) Deceased Mother: Pamela Stokes nee Thomas (b. 1928) Deceased Sister: Fatimah Stokes-Lewis (nee Stokes) Sister: Daniella Simpson (nee Stokes) Wife: Helen Stokes (nee Laster) Daughter: Destiny Stokes (b. 1997) Son: Kevin Anthony “Little Ant” Stokes (b. 1999) Educational History (where you went to school and when you finished): Morgan State University ‘1993 Occupational History (with years as to when): 1994-present: Small Business owner 1997-2003: Mayor of District Heights, MD (one term) 2003-2006: Prince George’s County Council (one term 2006-2010: Prince George’s County Executive (one term) 2011-present: US Senator Class III Gender: Male: 0 Points Sexuality: Straight, married with < 3 children: 0 Points Race: Black: 10 points Religion: Historically Black Protestant: 10 points (0 if black) Education: College Degree at a Public University: 0 points Family History: Working Class: 5 points Career Information: Entrepreneur/Business Founder: 20 points Political Experience: Mayor (population <50,000): 2 points per term (Dist. Heights Mayor) City Council (population >100,000): 3 points per term (County Council) Mayor (population >250,000): 10 points per term (County Executive) Points: 50 points Biography Nolan was born to Anthony and Pamela Stokes in 1971, where he and his siblings grew up in their family rowhome in the U Street, NE Neighborhood in Washington, DC. In the early 1970s, his family relocated to the Maryland suburb of District Heights where he graduated from Suitland High School at the top of his class. Upon graduating High School, he attended Morgan State University where he was an active student. He was elected to serve as Sophomore Class Treasurer and was initiated into the Alpha Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. During his Junior year he served as Dean of Pledges (Pledge Master) and in his senior year he served as Polaris (President) of the Chapter. In 1993, he graduated Magna cum laude with a degree in Business. After graduating, Nolan and one of his line brothers Koby Lewis (now Nolan’s brother-in-law) spent a year prepping to open their joint business in Nolan’s hometown of District Heights. In 1994 they officially opened the business, which still is in operation to this day. The business over the next four years, grew very popular and as Nolan became more involved with community advocacy, he launched his campaign for Mayor of District Heights. In 1996, Stokes was elected as Mayor where he served until 2003 when he announced his candidacy to serve on the Prince George's County Council. As a County Council Member, Stokes shifted his focus to affordable housing and expanding job growth for low-income and middle-class Prince Georgians. This led many to speculate Stokes’s later ambitions against then County Executive, Jack Johnson who was losing popularity due to his controversial trip to Africa. In 2006, Stokes announced his candidacy for County Executive. During the Democratic Primary, the race was very heated but ultimately Stokes pulled out a narrow win with 50.5% of the vote with a concentration of support from residents in Northern and Central Prince George’s County, while Johnson gained support from residents in the Fort Washington Area and Mitchellville communities (Stokes rallied many of the working/middle-class residents, while Johnson relied on support from the more wealthy residents). As County Executive, Stokes made a name for himself being an outspoken leader in rallying resources for the County along with pushing initiatives to improve the County’s public school system while also opposing the growing Charter School Movement. In 2009 Maryland icon Barbara Mikulski announced her retirement from the Senate. This was when in December, Stokes announced his candidacy. During the campaign, he addressed inequalities among urban and rural communities, expanding access to healthcare along with expressing his concern to grow Baltimore’s economy. This ambitious platform earned him the support of Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett, State Delegate Jill P. Carter of Baltimore, Comptroller Peter Franchot, along many other local officials. 2011 Senate Election Results by County In the September Primary, Stokes won 48% of the vote against eight other candidates and in November he beat Eric Wargotz in the general election by 53% of the vote where he carried Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Baltimore City, and narrowly won Baltimore County and Charles County. After being sworn in as Senator in January of 2011, Stokes and his family relocated to the Hamden Neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland. During his free time, neighbors can catch Nolan visiting Camden Yards to root for the Orioles, Occasionally Riding the MARC Train to and from Baltimore, or spending quality time with his family. Key Votes Senate 112th Congress 2011-2013 Republicans: American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (X) Democrats: United States–Colombia Free Trade Agreement (✓) 113th Congress 2013-2015 Both: Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization (✓) Both: Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (✓) 114th Congress 2015-2017 Both: Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 (✓) Presidential Voting History 1980: Primary: Ted Kennedy General: Jimmy Carter 1984: Primary: Jesse Jackson General: Walter Mondale 1988: Primary: Jesse Jackson General: Michael Dukakis 1992: Primary: Bill Clinton General: Bill Clinton 1996: Primary: Bill Clinton General: Bill Clinton 2000: Primary: Al Gore General: Al Gore 2004: Primary: Howard Dean General: John Kerry 2008: Primary: Barack Obama General: Barack Obama 2012: Primary: Barack Obama General: Barack Obama
  8. STOKES INTRODUCES BIPARTISAN AFFORDABLE HOUSING LEGISLATION WASHINGTON, D.C. This week Senator Nolan Stokes (D-MD) along with Senator Louis Herbon (R-OK) co-introduced bipartisan affordable housing legislation aiming to address America's growing housing crisis. The legislation is called the Build More Housing Near Transit Act which will offer federal benefits and encourage localities to build transit-oriented, high-density housing. This comes as a response to the growing housing crisis across the nation. "For too long many localities have struggled to address the growing demand for affordable housing," said Senator Stokes. "In Maryland that demand is high in Prince George's County and Montgomery County. We must meet the demands and also support our localities." If passed, the legislation would direct the Secretary of Transportation to boost the rating score of a housing development if it includes housing planning near transit outlets. The intentionality of developing along transit corridors or near transit outlets provides new ways for transportation along with access to affordable housing. "By encouraging the development of housing near transit, we lay the foundation for vibrant, well-connected neighborhoods that foster a sense of community and enhance the overall quality of life for our constituents," said Senator Herbon. "[T]his bill exemplifies a pragmatic and market-driven solution to address housing shortages, providing individuals with increased choices and fostering a competitive housing market." The bill also is co-sponsored by Senator Matthew Wood (DFL-MN).
  9. Name: Nolan Stokes Media: CNN Reason: Carly Fiorina Nomination, Executive Order #14164 President Ross' Executive Order sends a message to workers that her administration is not with them. Under EO 14164, federal agencies can greatly restrict the rights of workers to use official time for collective bargaining activities and will hinder a union’s ability to effectively represent employees. This is a major red flag for worker's rights. President Ross also nominated Carly Fiorina to head the Department of Labor, a person who has always put workers last. She hadn't even paid her previous staff that ran her 2010 Senate Campaign. Fiorina has dismissed the burden of workers losing their jobs and has been a strong opponent to workers fighting for their right to dignity in the work place. This current administration has said loud and clear that they do not stand with the workers of this nation let alone the thousands who keep our government running.
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