In this episode of the "Black Lives Don't Matter" podcast, we examine the struggles of the Democratic Party and question whether Black Americans should continue their long-standing support for it. With 83% of Black voters historically aligning with the Democrats, how did this loyalty form? How did it ultimately fail us?
Trace our political journey from being Republicans during Lincoln's era to shifting towards the Democratic Party during the New Deal and the civil rights movement. Despite our unwavering support, we highlight the lack of tangible benefits we've received over the years, including economic stagnation, mass incarceration, and gentrification.
Emphasize that Black lives don't truly matter in the eyes of those in power, as evidenced by systemic racism, police violence, and the ongoing struggle for basic rights and recognition. Let's call for reevaluating our political alliances and stress the need for real change, action, and empowerment within our communities. Ultimately, if Black lives truly mattered, we wouldn't need to protest for recognition of our worth, we wouldn't need a movement.
March 16th, 2025, 02:16 pm
Black Lives Don't Matter
The Loyalty Trap: Why Black Americans Should Question Their Support for the Democratic Party
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Published March 16th, 2025, 02:16 pm
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In this episode of the "Black Lives Don't Matter" podcast, we examine the struggles of the Democratic Party and question whether Black Americans should continue their long-standing support for it. With 83% of Black voters historically aligning with the Democrats, how did this loyalty form? How did it ultimately fail us?
Trace our political journey from being Republicans during Lincoln's era to shifting towards the Democratic Party during the New Deal and the civil rights movement. Despite our unwavering support, we highlight the lack of tangible benefits we've received over the years, including economic stagnation, mass incarceration, and gentrification.
Emphasize that Black lives don't truly matter in the eyes of those in power, as evidenced by systemic racism, police violence, and the ongoing struggle for basic rights and recognition. Let's call for reevaluating our political alliances and stress the need for real change, action, and empowerment within our communities. Ultimately, if Black lives truly mattered, we wouldn't need to protest for recognition of our worth, we wouldn't need a movement.
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Black Lives Don't Matter
We all agree that All Lives Matter, well most of us. Would it not make sense that all lives can not matter until black lives matter? The Black Lives Matter Movement is important, carries a strong message, and brings hope to many that someday black lives will matter. So, This brings us back to the sad truth that... Black Lives Don't Matter.