After Kamala Harris’ loss in the Democratic presidential primaries, black female political organizers are considering their next moves. Some believe that Harris’ defeat is a sign that the Democratic Party is not ready to nominate a black woman for president, while others believe that Harris’ loss does not necessarily reflect the party’s overall commitment to diversity and inclusion. Organizers are also discussing how to increase the number of black women in elected office and how to build a more inclusive political system.
Tag: Identity Politics
Andrew Sullivan: Dems Are Being Pushed to Left of Most Gay People on LGBTQ Issues
Amidst the LGBTQ debates, Andrew Sullivan argues that Democrats are veering too far left, eclipsing the views of most gay people on these issues. He contends that the progressive push for policies and rhetoric that prioritize marginalized voices within the LGBTQ community has ostracized a significant portion of the wider queer population. Sullivan emphasizes the need for a more inclusive and balanced approach that encompasses the diversity of perspectives within the LGBTQ umbrella.
How White Women Doomed Kamala Harris and the Democrats—Again
In the wake of the Democratic defeat in the 2020 election, analysts are scrutinizing the contributing factors. One area of concern is the lack of support Kamala Harris received from white women voters. Exit polls show that Harris performed significantly worse among this demographic compared to other Democratic candidates. While her gender and race were expected to mobilize white women in her favor, this did not materialize. Some commentators argue that white women’s continued prioritization of other issues, such as the economy and healthcare, over matters of gender and race equity ultimately led to Harris’s defeat. This highlights the ongoing challenges faced by women of color in American politics and the need to address the underlying dynamics that can hinder their electoral prospects.
Kamala Harris Sells Faux Unity — Yet Again
Kamala Harris promueve falsa unidad, una vez más
En un discurso reciente, la vicepresidenta Kamala Harris instó a la unidad nacional, pero sus palabras están en contradicción con su historial. Como fiscal general de California, Harris se opuso constantemente a las reformas de justicia penal, apoyando políticas que han llevado al encarcelamiento masivo de personas negras y latinas.
A pesar de su retórica de unidad, Harris ha abrazado la política partidista y ha perpetuado divisiones. Su discurso reciente fue parte de un esfuerzo más amplio para atraer a los votantes afroamericanos, un grupo demográfico clave para el Partido Demócrata.
Queda por ver si los votantes estarán convencidos por los mensajes de unidad de Harris. Hasta el momento, su historial ha demostrado todo lo contrario.