The tragic evolution of the Republican Party can be seen in the way it has failed Black Americans. (Part of a series on the modern conservative coalition.)
Thank you for your reply. As per Dr. King, "I look forward to the day when my children will be judged on the content of their character, and not the color of their skin". I have read the arguments against seeking a 'colorblind' society, but I think that is the way to go for all Americans.
I'm a Democrat but do not agree that Republicans were "powered by a racialized reality". You make an accusation, playing the race card, with no proof. I and many more Democrats are wondering when you will listen to the common sense and practical wisdom of Glenn Loury and John McWhorter. The very fact that over 80% of murders of young Black males is caused by other young Black males requires introspection on the part of Black leadership.
Thanks for your comment. I disagree about playing the race card, I am reviewing a history of Black participation and policy preferences in the long history of the Republican Party. It has caused a lot of introspection among Black leaders which is why they (and many leaders of other races) support anti poverty initiatives as studies show the connection between quality of life and access to basic needs with crime rates. I’m not sure if you picked up on the argument of the article as it compares the way past Black leaders (mainly Republicans) acknowledged the reality of race compared to contemporary Black Republican leaders who try to manipulate a nuanced discussion in order to support policies that are widening disparities and Trump’s antidemocratic scapegoating.
Thank you for your reply. As per Dr. King, "I look forward to the day when my children will be judged on the content of their character, and not the color of their skin". I have read the arguments against seeking a 'colorblind' society, but I think that is the way to go for all Americans.
I'm a Democrat but do not agree that Republicans were "powered by a racialized reality". You make an accusation, playing the race card, with no proof. I and many more Democrats are wondering when you will listen to the common sense and practical wisdom of Glenn Loury and John McWhorter. The very fact that over 80% of murders of young Black males is caused by other young Black males requires introspection on the part of Black leadership.
Thanks for your comment. I disagree about playing the race card, I am reviewing a history of Black participation and policy preferences in the long history of the Republican Party. It has caused a lot of introspection among Black leaders which is why they (and many leaders of other races) support anti poverty initiatives as studies show the connection between quality of life and access to basic needs with crime rates. I’m not sure if you picked up on the argument of the article as it compares the way past Black leaders (mainly Republicans) acknowledged the reality of race compared to contemporary Black Republican leaders who try to manipulate a nuanced discussion in order to support policies that are widening disparities and Trump’s antidemocratic scapegoating.