DID YOU KNOW….!?A troubling statistic: Black LGBTQ youth are disproportionately affected by homelessness, comprising up to 40% of the youth homeless population. Let's delve into the unique challenges faced by this demographic and advocate for inclusive support systems.

President Biden Connects with Black Voters in Racine - Their Perspectives Matter!

President Joe Biden visited Racine to connect with Black voters, recognizing their crucial role in the upcoming elections. 🗳️

Highlights from the article include:
• Biden made a campaign stop at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center to meet with Black voters. 👋🏾
• Black turnout in Wisconsin was a key factor in both the 2016 and 2020 elections. 🔑
• Participants in the event praised Biden for seeing Black voters as more than just numbers 👏🏾 and emphasized the power of the Black community's vote. 💪🏾
• Some Black voters expressed concerns about Biden's handling of Gaza and police violence, but also supported his stances on abortion, the economy, and education. ✊🏾
• Racine County has historically been a critical location in elections, with most winning presidential candidates carrying it. 🏛️
• Team Biden-Harris is launching a $14 million paid media investment in battleground states, including Wisconsin, with a focus on African American, Hispanic, and AAPI media. 💰
• This was Biden's fourth trip to Wisconsin in 2024, showing the importance of the state in the upcoming elections. 🚀

Re-Engaging Black Americans for the 2024 Election: Insights from Black Voters Matter Co-Founder

According to a recent poll by The Washington Post/Ipsos, fewer Black Americans are certain to vote in the upcoming 2024 election compared to 2020 😔. This decline in voter certainty among this key demographic poses significant challenges for President Joe Biden and underscores the need for targeted efforts to re-engage and mobilize Black voters ahead of the upcoming election. Some highlights from the article include:

• Only 62% of Black Americans expressed certainty to vote in this year's election, marking a 12-percentage point decrease from June 2020 💔.
• The decline is even more pronounced among young Black Americans aged 18-39, with only 41% certain to vote compared to 61% in June 2020 😱.
• Factors contributing to this decline in certainty include economic insecurity, concerns about voting rights and access, disillusionment with both major parties, and voter fatigue 😫.
• To re-engage Black voters, key steps include authentic year-round engagement with Black communities, voter education and protection efforts, highlighting policies that benefit Black communities, and creating a sense of collective power 💪.
• Support for President Biden has decreased among Black Americans, while support for former President Donald Trump has slightly increased 📉.
• Strategies to re-engage Black voters should address economic concerns, protect and expand voting rights, and prioritize the concerns of Black voters in the political agenda 🗳️.

Overall, it is crucial to take action and ensure robust voter turnout among Black Americans to uphold the integrity of our democracy ✊.

Louisiana Voters Rally to Save New Black Congressional District from Trump-Appointed Judges

Black voters in Louisiana are battling to save a new majority-Black congressional district after it was struck down by Trump-appointed judges. 🌃 The Louisiana state conference of the NAACP has asked the US Supreme Court to block the ruling of the fifth circuit court of appeals, saying that it unfairly denies Black voters the ability to elect candidates. 🗣️ Louisiana's attorney general, Liz Murrill, a Republican, is also appealing the decision and has criticized the court for risking the integrity of the election. 🕊️ The fight comes after state lawmakers redrew congressional district lines to comply with the order of Shelly Dick, the chief US district judge of Baton Rouge, who ruled in January that the old district lines violated Black voters' rights under the Voting Rights Act. 📜

Republicans Continue Shameful Tradition of Blocking Voters in 2024 Election

In an opinion piece for Roll Call, Mary C. Curtis discusses the history of voter suppression in the United States and argues that the tactics being used today by Republicans to restrict voting access are reminiscent of past efforts to suppress minority votes. Curtis highlights several key points in the article:

⚡️ After the ratification of the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments, giving Black Americans the right to vote, white supremacists used violence and intimidation to suppress these voters.
⚔️ Today, Republicans are using more subtle tactics, such as passing restrictive voting laws and recruiting poll watchers, to make it harder for minorities to vote.
🌍 Curtis argues that these efforts are rooted in white Christian nationalism and a desire to preserve a version of America that excludes certain groups.
📚 She also suggests that ignorance of history enables the perpetuation of the lie that the 2020 election was stolen, justifying the need for voter restrictions in future elections.
💔 Overall, Curtis contends that voter suppression has been a shameful tradition in American history, and it is essential to learn from the past to prevent history from repeating itself.

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Black Voters Beware: Trump's Lies Won't Fool You – Stay Informed and Engaged!

🔥 Wake up Black voters! Don't let Trump's lies fool you! 🔥

The author warns Black voters not to be fooled by Donald Trump's lies and highlights the concerning trend of increasing support for Trump among Black voters. 💔 Exit polls from the 2016 and 2020 elections showed that Trump received a significant portion of the Black vote, with some recent polls indicating that even more Black voters would support Trump or a candidate other than President Biden if the election was held today. 😮

This shift in Black voter support for the Democratic party could be attributed to a lack of direct experience with the civil rights movement among younger Black voters, as well as disappointment with the Biden administration. However, the article highlights that the majority of Black voters remain concerned about race and racism and are not easily deceived by Trump's rhetoric. ✔️

The author emphasizes the importance of Black voter turnout and the need for the Democratic party to address the disenchantment among Black voters and campaign more directly in the Black community. 🗳️🗣️

New Messengers, New Voices: Lawyers Mobilize to Boost Black Voter Turnout and Empower Communities

A new initiative called the Young Black Lawyers' Organizing Coalition (YBLOC) aims to increase voter turnout among Black voters and combat voter disenfranchisement in battleground states ahead of the general election. YBLOC has recruited lawyers and law students to meet with Black voters in Michigan, Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas to better understand the barriers they face when registering and voting. The focus groups aim to restore faith in American democracy and inform a blueprint for improving access to the ballot for historically disadvantaged communities. The initiative is unique in that it offers new messengers to Black voters, as the coalition believes that Black lawyers are uniquely empowered to promote civic engagement. The focus groups have taken place in venues such as barbershops, churches, and union halls, with recruits listening to the challenges and grievances faced by Black voters. Despite their fatigue, Black voters remain invested in the political process. ✊

Highlights from the article:

• YBLOC's goal is to increase Black voter turnout and combat voter disenfranchisement 🗳️
• Lawyers and law students are meeting with Black voters in battleground states 👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️
• The focus groups are aiming to restore faith in American democracy and improve access to the ballot for historically disadvantaged communities 🤝🏾
• The initiative is unique because it provides new messengers for Black voters, as Black lawyers are seen as uniquely empowered to promote civic engagement ✉️
• The focus groups have taken place in barbershops, churches, and union halls to hear about the challenges faced by Black voters 💈🏛️
• Despite their fatigue, Black voters remain invested in the political process 💪🏿🗳️

The L.A. Rebellion: How Cinema and Art Became Powerful Political Tools

The L.A. Rebellion 🎥 was a film movement rooted in political themes such as anti-colonialism, Black Power, and second-wave feminism.

Actress Barbara O. Jones, who recently passed away at 82, was a part of the L.A. Rebellion and played influential roles in films like "Child of Resistance" and "Daughters of the Dust." 🎭

The L.A. Rebellion's focus on Black pride and strength serves as a reminder that art can be a powerful political tool. 🖤✊

In Arkansas, a federal judge ruled that two Black educators would not be disciplined for teaching about race or other controversial topics at Little Rock Central High School. ✊📚

South Carolina's Republican-controlled Senate voted to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth, despite the ongoing violence against Black transgender individuals in the state. 😡🏳️‍⚧️

Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district map has been struck down by a three-judge panel, a move that pushes back efforts to boost racial equality. 💔🗺️

At the University of Mississippi, protests regarding the Israel-Hamas war turned ugly when a white man made racist gestures towards a Black woman advocating for Palestinian rights. 😡🔄➡️

(Article written by Brandon Tensley)

Biden's Black Support Drops: A Serious Problem for His Campaign

A recent 📊 Washington Post/Ipsos poll has revealed a concerning trend for Joe Biden and the Democrats: eroding black support. This could have serious implications for Biden's chances of winning key swing states like Pennsylvania and Georgia. 😬 The poll suggests that black voters may be less likely to turn out for Biden in 2024, with a particular decline in motivation among young black voters. 👴💤 While older black voters seem as motivated as they were four years ago, only 41% of African American voters between the ages of 18 and 39 said they were certain to vote in 2024, compared to 61% in 2020. This decline in support could be a significant problem for Biden, as he will need strong turnout in cities like Philadelphia and Milwaukee to secure these states. Additionally, the data also shows that a significant percentage of African American voters are considering third-party options like RFK, Cornel West, and Jill Stein, which further compounds the issue for Biden. 😳 It remains to be seen what Biden can do to win back and excite young black voters, but it's clear that this is a problem that he cannot afford to ignore. ⚠️

Kamala Harris Boosts Black-owned Businesses and Courts Black Voters in Motor City Rally

Vice President Kamala Harris recently 🚀 visited Detroit in an effort to appeal to Black voters and highlight the administration's investments in Black-owned businesses and policies aimed at fostering generational wealth. Here are some highlights from her visit:

• Harris announced the allocation of $100 million in federal funds to support small and medium-sized auto parts manufacturers, including Black-owned businesses, in producing components for electric vehicles. 🚗🔌💰
• She discussed the issue of lack of capital for Black entrepreneurs and mentioned that Black entrepreneurs are three times as likely to not apply for a loan due to fear of being turned away by a bank. 💼💔🏦
• Harris also mentioned the forgiveness of $700 million in medical debt for as many as 300,000 people in Wayne County, Michigan, drawing applause from the audience. 🏥💸🙌

The visit to Detroit included speeches aimed at energizing and mobilizing Black voters, and Harris departed from her usual fireside chat format to focus more on showcasing the administration's policies. The visit comes at a crucial time as the administration seeks to strengthen its support among Black voters. 🗣️🤝📈

Progressive Firm Demands Investigation into GOP Operatives for 'Souls to the Polls' Texts

A progressive law firm 🏢 is calling for an investigation into two Republican operatives 🔍 for potential federal civil rights violations 🚫🗳️. The firm, Law Forward, alleges that the operatives targeted a Milwaukee-based voting rights group during the 2020 election cycle. The texts between the two operatives suggest that they wanted to overwhelm the resources of Souls to the Polls 🌆✉️, a group that provides transportation to voters on Election Day. The texts also indicate a desire to sabotage the group's operations by flooding their phone lines with phony requests. Law Forward argues that these actions may have violated federal civil rights laws, including the Voting Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1957. They also suggest that the operatives may have violated multiple Wisconsin state laws, including those against harassment and intimidation. The Republican Party spokesperson claims that one of the operatives was joking 😂, while the other expressed a desire to sabotage the group. The director of Souls to the Polls called the texts "callous and appalling" and criticized the lack of consideration for marginalized communities. ✉️🔎👥🚫🌆🗳️

Uncovering the Untold Influence of 'Black Twitter' in Hulu's Captivating Docuseries

Hulu's docuseries "Black Twitter: A People's History" takes a deep dive into the influence of Black culture on the social media platform. The three-part series, based on a Wired cover story, showcases the voices, movements, GIFs, and memes that defined an era. Some highlights include:

• 🌟 The first episode explores the origins of Black Twitter, drawing connections to early networking services like MySpace and Black Planet.
• 🔥 The series highlights key moments of influence, such as Barack Obama's election in 2008 and the debut of Shonda Rhimes' "Scandal."
• ✊ The later episodes discuss the emergence of the #BlackLivesMatter movement and the challenges of a post-racial America.
• 💼 The show also delves into the behind-the-scenes business of Twitter and its failures in addressing issues like racism and misinformation.
• 🌍 While the series could have explored some topics more deeply, it provides valuable insight into the cultural impact of Black Twitter and the power of social media activism.

So grab your 🍿 and get ready to be entertained and informed by "Black Twitter: A People's History" - a series that celebrates the vibrant and influential community that shaped the digital landscape.

Your voice matters. Keep spreading awareness, keep fighting for justice, and keep standing up for what's right. Until next time, stay informed and stay inspired.