Ahead of the 2022 US midterms, this Race + Power Weekly newsletter is about activating Black political power to create a just and democratic future for all. First, we feature Alicia Garza—co-founder of the Black Lives Matter Global Network—on the groundwork of making Black communities powerful in politics. Next, Carmel Pryor on investing in Black youth organizing beyond election years. Then, we present a short talk by Kalia Abiade on funding community storytelling for racial justice. Finally, NPQ is hiring! If you’re a racial justice writer and editor, apply today!