The Republicans are trying to gerrymander the courts. Their revenge tactics must be stopped.
Senator Hughes took to the Senate floor to address an amendment to Senate Bill 22, which was designed to address redistricting reform, but was hijacked to set up a system that would elect Supreme, Superior and Commonwealth court judges by districts rather than state...
Combatting racism on the golf course and across Pa.
Senator Vincent Hughes is working with the “Grandview 5” to hold golf club ownership responsible for an incident of discrimination that made national news. The incident involved five African American women who said they were discriminated against based on their race...
We are facing a public health crisis!
“Senator Hughes calls for Emergency Summer Clean and Repair Program for “Toxic” Schools Senator Hughes requests mayor, superintendent authorize aggressive deep-cleaning in “toxic” Philadelphia schools, asks for community to share conditions with state officials...
Make Mental Health A Priority
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I am partnering with the Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and the Black Women’s Health Alliance for our annual Mental Health First Aid Workshop and Certification. The event will run from...
Missed our homeowner workshop? Here is some information about buying a home
Just in case you missed the Free Home Buyer’s Housing Fair sponsored by the Urban League of Philadelphia in partnership with my office, PNC Bank and the Enterprise Center, we’re still here to help. Here are some tips about buying a home, interest rates and an...
Interested in buying a home? We’re here to help
I’ve spent this week focusing on modern-day redlining and the impact it has had on potential homebuyers in Philadelphia and now I want to take the time to offer some assistance and resources to buying your first home. The Urban League of Philadelphia is...
Redlining is just one form of housing discrimination and none of them are new, contact the attorney general if you are a victim
If you believe you’ve been a victim of mortgage discrimination call the office of Attorney General Josh Shapiro at 1-800-441-2555, email discrimination@attorneygeneral.gov or file a complaint at www.attorneygeneral.gov/discrimination. 3 investigations...
Redlining deprives black and brown people of home ownership
After analyzing data from more than 31 million records, the Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) found that African Americans and Latinos were routinely more likely to be denied conventional mortgages at a far higher rate than their white counterparts. I will not stand for this discrimination and as a result, am pushing for investigations into these practices.
Reports Are Showing that Our Children are on College Campuses and too many are STARVING AND HOMELESS!
The Hidden Crisis on College Campuses: Many Students Don’t Have Enough to Eat THE WASHINGTON POST | BY CAITLIN DEWEY | APRIL 3, 2018 Caleb Torres lost seven pounds his freshman year of college — and not because he didn’t like the food in the dining hall. A...
April 4, 2018: 50th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Assassination
On April 4, 1968, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated as he was standing on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, in Memphis, Tennessee. In life, Dr. King made sacrifices and changed lives. As word of his death spread, the world shook. Dr....
Happy Anniversary ACA
It has been eight years since President Barack Obama signed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law. March 23, 2010 is a significant day in United States history. It is a day when our country told the world all Americans are entitled to health care. ...
Hughes Walks and Speaks to Students for National Walkout Day
It was my honor and privilege to walk with and speak to students from the Science Leadership Academy School in Philadelphia who participated in National Walkout Day. I also attended an event at Philadelphia City Hall where students who participated in the walkout gathered.
Join Us for a Financial Freedom for Working Families Event
Together with PA Treasurer Joe Torsella and the Campaign for Working Families, Inc. invite you for a Financial Freedom event. Let us help you find money that you’re entitled to. The event will be held on March 13 from 10 a.m. til 2 p.m. at Parkwest Town Center...
Hughes Welcomes Gov. Wolf to Groundbreaking for New Market West
I was thrilled to welcome Gov. Tom Wolf and other state and federal officials for the groundbreaking for New Market West, a community and retail hub planned for development at 5901 Market Street. This project will provide much needed services and homes to our West Philadelphia community.
Boost Your Retirement Security: Click MyRetirementPA.com
Helping you boost your retirement security is critical. That’s why I’ve joined with a bipartisan group of lawmakers and public officials to strongly support a new retirement security tool. On Thursday, lawmakers unveiled a website called...
Stay the Course, the Fight is NOT Over
Wednesday, February 7, 2018 is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
As long-time advocates and strong proponents of HIV/AIDS prevention, testing and education, my wife Sheryl Lee and I need your help. Join us in our fight.
Earned Income Tax Credit
The EITC is a federal tax credit that is available for eligible families based on income — you do not need to have children to qualify. Married couples, same-sex couples and individuals may all be eligible for more than $500 up to $6,318 in federal tax credits.
Pennsylvania Promise: Free and Affordable Education for All
One of the most troubling challenges facing many students and families across Pennsylvania is the high cost of education. This is often such a high hurdle that many students simply forgo a college education and are prevented from acquiring the skills...
Getting the Lead Out: Legislative, Financial and Local Initiatives Fight Childhood Lead Poisoning
Several years ago, a water crisis enveloped Flint, Michigan when, through a series of ill-advised bureaucratic and political decision making, lead and other contaminates poisoned the water. The Flint experience led policymakers in Pennsylvania to closely examine...
The “American Dream” is Out of Reach for Millions
For generations, most Americans believed that if they worked hard they could support their families, own a home, and, one day, have a pension to retire on —- The American Dream. Now, millions of Americans, many in Pennsylvania, have had that dream...
Our Schools…Unsafe … Unhealthy … Unfit
Have we achieved Martin Luther King’s Dream? Every day, thousands of children in Pennsylvania and millions of children across the country are sent into schools that are unsafe, unhealthy, and unfit for learning. Given this reality, have we achieved the...
Celebrate the Memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a Day of Helping Others
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, January 15. “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to crusading against injustice and helping others. We should honor Dr. King’s memory by taking time out of our schedules to volunteer to help those in need.” I am often...
Stay Prepared for Freezing Temperatures
Frigid temperatures have been brutal this season and it is important that all citizens familiarize themselves with ways to keep safe in this weather. Freezing pipes, loss of heat, and power outages can occur due to the below freezing temperatures being experienced...