1. The Congressional black caucus has lost its way since Republicans took over Congress.

2. If we lose Womack and the Black Caucus, we're done on Monday.

3. The congressional black caucus has lost its way since the Republicans took control of House and Senate.

4. The Illinois Senate on Monday passed HB 2170, which the legislative Black caucus has Championed, 40 to 18

5. The Black Caucus’ agenda aims to address systemic racism in criminal justice, education, the economy and health care

6. The members of the 26-strong congressional black caucus voted overwhelmingly on July 11 to oppose the nomination.

7. Chase said at a campaign event this week that a fellow state senator seeking the Democratic nomination in the race would not "be a governor that supports everyone" because she is a leader of the legislative Black Caucus.