Only three Black governors have been elected in U.S. history Only five Black men have served as governor of any state in U.S. history, but only three of them were elected. In 1868 in Louisiana ...

When Pinchback became governor in Reconstruction-era Louisiana, he also became the first Black governor in United States history.

Oscar James Dunn, pictured circa 1860-65, was the first elected Black lieutenant governor in Louisiana and the United States. (Mathew Benjamin Brady) ...

During the tumultuous years after the Civil War, as Louisiana struggled to recover and its social order was reshuffled, three Black men rose to power. Each was lieutenant governor during ...

Louisiana gubernatorial candidate Shawn Wilson (D) is facing a challenging path to election amid warning signs that Democrats are not doing enough to motivate their base, including Black voters.&nb… ...

Gambit's 2023 Election Guide Breaking down the race for Louisiana governor, constitutional amendments and other ballot measures.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the life and legacy of P.B.S. Pinchback, who became the nation’s first Black governor 150 years ago this month. Plus, we hear about a documentary ...

Former Louisiana transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson is the only major Democrat and Black candidate to announce for the governor's race.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry hosted a meeting aimed at making changes to the federal disaster response agency.

Republican members of the Louisiana Public Service Commission accused of racism after demoting elected Black Democrat who insulted Governor Jeff Landry ...

A public park in west Shreveport was named after one of the first major Black politicians in American history.