BLACKVOTER.ORG #28

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DID YOU KNOW….!?The unemployment rate for African Americans is consistently higher than that of white Americans. As of the latest available data, the unemployment rate for Black Americans was approximately 9.6%, compared to 5.3% for white Americans

Former President Donald Trump is facing criticism from Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith over his attempts to claim ownership of classified documents. 📜 Trump refused to return the documents to the National Archives, leading to a federal indictment by Smith. The co-founders of Truth Social, the parent company behind Trump's social media network, are also being sued by Trump in an attempt to gain control of the company. 💼 In addition to these legal battles, Trump has returned to the campaign trail, where he revived his rhetoric on illegal immigration and criticized President Joe Biden. Trump also proclaimed a "Christian Visibility Day" and compared himself to notorious gangster Al Capone. 🗣️🤝

🎭Saturday Night Live's Michael Che caused a stir when he mocked President Joe Biden's connection to Black voters during the show's Weekend Update segment. Che compared Biden to the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland that collapsed recently, saying that like the bridge, Biden is no longer connecting with Black communities. The audience reacted with surprise and laughter. Recent polls show that Biden is facing challenges in winning over Black voters, with some feeling disillusioned by a lack of progress on racial justice issues. In the 2020 election, Biden received a majority of the Black vote, but recent polling shows a decline in support among this demographic. The Biden-Harris campaign has been working on outreach to Black voters, but the question remains as to whether their efforts will be successful. 🤔✊🏿

🎙️ Conservative personality Candace Owens, known for her provocative and anti-Black views, has recently been featured on prominent Black media outlets like The Joe Budden Podcast and The Breakfast Club. Although some may argue that inviting Owens on these shows is an attempt to present both sides of the political spectrum or to expose and counter the white supremacist ideas behind her arguments, these conversations rarely lead to meaningful discussion or change.

🔥 Black media outlets were historically targeted and destroyed by white mobs, who wanted to silence and erase Black voices and narratives. These outlets 🏢 today are built by the Black community, and therefore should prioritize the safety and protection of their stories. Rather than amplifying the voices of individuals like Owens who seek to exploit and further anti-Black narratives, Black media should be focused on countering bigotry and discrimination and uplifting the narratives and experiences of the Black community. 🙌

📢 The article discusses the importance of voting in the 2024 election and the potential challenges that may arise. It highlights the decrease in voter turnout among Gen Z in the 2020 election and the potential dissatisfaction with both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. The author expresses their belief that a second term for Trump could lead to a dictatorship and emphasizes the need for student engagement in voting to shape the future they want to see. The article also addresses barriers to voting, particularly for young black voters, such as difficulty in accessing polling places and registration issues. However, the author mentions the availability of assistance, such as Biden's campaign efforts at HBCUs and the implementation of the "Vote Owl" app at N.C. Central University 📱. The article concludes by noting the importance of voting for issues like climate change, gun violence, and the cost of living. 🌍🔫💰

Republicans are hoping to win over Black voters for Trump in Wisconsin, but it won't be an easy task. Some highlights from the article include:

😬 With waning enthusiasm for Joe Biden among Black voters, Republican Party officials saw an opening to engage with the community.
• The Republican National Committee's decision to scrap plans for community centers aimed at organizing Black voters has thrown a wrench in their voter engagement efforts.
• Nearly 30 Black voters in Milwaukee expressed skepticism about Republicans' long-term commitment to the community and issues that concern Black voters.
• 👍 Strong Black voter turnout is crucial in Wisconsin and other swing states, which helped Biden secure the presidency in the 2020 election.
• Wisconsin Republicans plan to increase their door-to-door campaign efforts, buy radio ads aimed at Black audiences, and staff the community engagement center full-time to win over Black voters.
• Some Black voters remain skeptical about Republicans' motives and believe tangible actions are needed to support Black-owned businesses and address concerns in the community.
• Biden retains support from some Black voters who believe he has made progress in job growth for Black Americans.

Overall, the Republican Party faces challenges in convincing Milwaukee's Black voters that they are committed to the community, even after the November election. 😓

The Black Press played a crucial role in helping President Joe Biden win the 2020 presidential election by engaging and mobilizing Black voters. In order to secure victory in the 2024 elections, the Biden-Harris campaign should invest in advertising in Black-owned and -operated newspapers and media. Here are some key points from the article:

• Insider Intelligence predicts that campaigns will spend over $12 billion on advertising during this election cycle, making it crucial for the Biden campaign to invest wisely. 💰
• Advertising in Black-owned media, such as newspapers, websites, podcasts, CTV channels, and radio stations, can provide the biggest return on investment for the Biden campaign. 📰💻📻
• Black-owned newspapers have built deep trust with their readers, making their coverage or endorsement highly influential in shaping voter opinions.
• Advertising in the Black Press allows Democrats to directly engage with the African American community, reach voters beyond urban centers, and highlight specific policies that affect Black Americans. 🗣️🏙️
• By advertising in the Black Press, the Biden campaign can demonstrate a commitment to understanding and addressing the unique concerns of Black communities, while countering misinformation and disinformation. 🤝📢
• It is not only the right thing to do, but also the smart thing to do for the Biden campaign to invest in Black-owned media in order to secure the Black vote and win the 2024 elections. 🗳️

📢 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are projected to win their respective primaries in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin as they gear up for a November rematch.
🌟 Trump visited the key battleground states of Michigan and Wisconsin, both of which he won in 2016 but lost in 2020, as he continues to juggle the campaign and legal battles.
📜 Wisconsin voters are projected to approve two election-related amendments to the state constitution, delivering a win for Republicans.
📢 Meanwhile, Wisconsin activists pushed for a protest vote in the Democratic primary to send a message to Biden about his handling of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.
⚡️ A city commissioner in Enid, Oklahoma, accused of White nationalist ties will lose a recall election.
🔥 Trump used his campaign rallies to continue his anti-immigrant rhetoric and critique Biden's proclamation of Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility.
🎤 Trump also called for debates with Biden.
Republicans in key battleground states like Wisconsin are pushing for ballot measures that could change voting rules and make it harder to administer elections.

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