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From this month's FOCUS: Inside Black DC (Tech Policy) newsletter: ▶️ The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit declared the Universal Service Fund unconstitutional, shaking the foundation of key Federal Communications Commission broadband programs. This decision threatens to widen the digital divide, impacting Black communities and communities in the Black Rural South who rely on these programs for affordable internet access. ▶️ The Senate passed two bills (#KOSPA and #COPPA 2.0), marking the first significant congressional effort in decades to hold tech companies accountable for the harm they cause to children online. Learn more in our tech policy newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/ep4SEGdt

Many of us are still processing the outcome of this week's election, uncertain about what it means for our personal and professional lives. You don’t have to navigate this alone! That’s why we’ve created a supportive space for you to come together and process collectively during tomorrow's Sister Circle session. During tomorrow’s Sister Circle, we’ve created space for you to come together and process the results of the election with a supportive community. ➡ Meditate: We’ll start with a grounding meditation to help center ourselves. ➡Discuss: You'll have an opportunity to engage in open discussion and reflection on what the results of the election means for us as individuals and as a collective, whether that it may be personally or professionally. It’s a chance to share your thoughts, listen to others, and gain perspective. ➡Visioning: We’ll also spend time visioning the future, focusing on how we can best prepare ourselves individually and collectively to navigate the upcoming administrations policies and agenda, especially as many of us are engaged in work that advances racial equity and health equity. This Sister Circle session is open to all. You do not have to be a BwPHC Collective Member. Join us as we connect with other Black women who are feeling the impact of this election and what it means for us as individuals and as a community. Register today: https://lnkd.in/e7pvixkc

Question: Where do we go from here? Answer: Educate, Agitate, Organize! Join frontline organizers in a conversation I'm helping organize about what we need to do to build a long-term movement for a multiracial democracy. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dHbcGde2

American artist Swae Lee urges fans not to vote for Kamala Harris. Swae Lee, an American artist, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming US election, urging fans to carefully consider their voting choices. On social media, Swae Lee expressed concerns about Democratic vice-presidential candidate Kamala Harris, criticizing the current administration for allocating funds to other countries instead of investing in domestic improvements. He encouraged his supporters, particularly Black voters, to thoroughly examine the candidates and avoid making decisions based on emotions. He stressed the importance of critically thinking about how taxpayer money is spent and its impact on the country. While acknowledging Harris’ historic campaign as a Black woman, Lee advised against supporting her solely based on her identity. He urged Black Americans to consider the potential effects of Harris’ policies on their community before casting their votes. On X, he wrote: “Do not vote for Kamala!!! Do your research on that whole camp. I pay over millions in tax dollars every year, and this man [President Biden] sent it to a whole other country! Those lil dollars that come off your checks—they gave it away! Think about that sh*t. The money we sent away could have given every American citizen at least 200 grand. Think about that, but I guess we don’t need it, and y’all are standing for Kamala. My Black people, she doesn’t do anything but sign off on things against y’all. Voting just because you think she’s Black will not end in your favor.” #NaijaComments #NigeriaEditorial #NaijaInterviews #NigeriaProfiles #NaijaReportage

The Ratio of Bougie People vs. Hood Folks: Evaluating Responses from Black Community Join the discussion as we analyze the responses and opinions from black individuals. Discover the varying perspectives and dive into the conversation on whether it's a win to solely focus on getting the hood folks to vote. Let's hear from you, Kojak! #BlackCommunityResponses #RatioOfBougieAndHood #CommunityOpinions #VotingPerspectives #EngagingDiscussion #BlackOpinions #ViralDebate #BlackVoiceMatters #ConversationStarter #CommunityInfluence

The Importance of The Black Man’s VOTE As Black men, our voices and our votes hold tremendous power in shaping the future of our communities and the nation as a whole. This election is pivotal—not just because of the issues at stake, but because of how much we stand to gain or lose. Historically, our participation has been marginalized, but when we show up, we disrupt the status quo. We have the power to address issues that directly affect us: systemic racism, police brutality, economic inequality, and healthcare disparities. Our vote is a tool of resistance and empowerment. Every vote sends a message that we will not be silenced, and we will not allow others to decide our future for us. This election is not just about candidates—it's about us, our families, and our right to live in a world where we can thrive. It’s time to show up, be heard, and make sure our voices count. Let’s protect our legacy and build a better future. Check out this must read article by Taroue Brooks featured in heart & soul. https://lnkd.in/gUXgSf3i #blackmenvote #ourvoice #kamalaharris #blackexcellence #ourtime

Darity Jr, W., Mullen, A. K., & Slaughter, M. (2022). The cumulative costs of racism and the bill for black reparations. Journal of Economic Perspectives, 36(2), 99-122. Economic historians' core contribution is bringing quantitative estimates to their topics. With respect to American slavery and its ongoing legacy of racial oppression, the concreteness of numerical estimates plays an additional role. The arguments over payment of reparations to Black descendants of American slaves have many dimensions. Still, one key requirement of any plan for reparative justice is the determination of an appropriate dollar amount. Measures can be partitioned into two broad categories: 1) those based upon itemization of the costs to the victims or gains to the perpetrators from specific atrocities; and 2) those based upon estimates of the combined global effects of the atrocities on living descendants of those persons enslaved in the United States. If this post grasps your interest, please feel free to comment or email me at: Babylonnegus2010@gmail.com #rudisonconsultancygroupllc #recruitmentmarketing #culturalequityaudits #histroicalservices #culturalstrategies #culturalcompetencytraining

Do you know why I advocate for the one who isn’t threatening to take away our right to vote? Because 104 years ago Black women helped me earn the right to vote. They did it working in a corrupt system that was only offering two wht male candidates, often racist and often completely uninterested in what women wanted and actively working against the interests of Black people. They did it knowing they wouldn’t benefit the way white women did but they did it anyway…because they knew freedom is a long game from unjust systems. The US is broken on levels people are barely realizing. We need to do more than break up the duopoly. We need a new constitution. Ours is the oldest constitution still intact on the planet. Every other country has rewritten them, not just amended them. It’s a contract that was not written to include everyone and addendums can only do so much before you need an entirely new contract. When Black women were voting for safety or protection for others, no one chastised them of being only interested in their own safety and protection. While the U.S. was dropping bombs and shutting it’s borders 100 years ago to stem the tide of immigration, Black Americans were doing the work to undo these systems, while working in them so they wouldn’t be killed. Is it right to vote for a government who commits war crimes? Hell no it’s not right. We must hold our leaders to account and do so while following the lead of movement builders who’ve been doing this for generations. I’m protecting the right to vote is why I vote. Because yeah we need better options, but the person threatening to have no more elections is a more threatening option. Without our vote we don’t exist. And if we don’t exist we’re not here to protest or advocate or show up for others and we lose all recourse and agency to stop the military and billionaire class. If you want a 3rd party do research first. Don’t throw away the rights others earned for you and inadvertently lose so much more for everyone. That’s my pov and it is not perfect. It’s not about a candidate and it’s not about 1 horrendous conflict or another for me. For me the whole system is broken and effed. And we must work to fix it every single day in every way can. If we want to stop war and gcide our ability to vote is crucial. I’m not enthusiastic about my vote. Im angry af at the options. I’m not rally behind a party funding gcide. That unfortunately is bipartisan. I’m only interested in stopping the erosion of rights our ancestors worked so hard for and using those small gains they made to keep working for a better future. One that includes everyone.

ICYMI - During a recent live discussion on October 3, hosted by Dr. David Marion of the Omega Network for Action, political strategist Terrance Woodbury shared insights from over 14,000 interviews with Black voters. He emphasized the importance of mobilizing not just legacy civil rights voters but also younger segments, particularly the aspirational activists among educated millennials, to enhance voter turnout. Woodbury introduced the concept of "vote power," highlighting that 30% of the Black electorate remains undecided or disengaged—an essential group in swing states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. He also noted that 20% of Black millennial men are considering voting for Donald Trump, pointing to a need for campaigns to address their frustrations and concerns with tangible solutions. Acknowledging the historical context of political violence against Black Americans is vital in connecting with voters' fears and aspirations. With Kamala Harris consolidating support among Black voters, especially Gen Z and women under 50, the potential for increased Democratic engagement is evident. However, understanding and addressing the complexities of Black voter demographics will be essential for success in the upcoming election. As Dr. Marion urged, "Get out and vote. Let’s go win November 5!" Engaging the Black electorate with authenticity will be key to shaping America's future.

Black voters are not a monolith! Our National Black Voters Research reveals how diverse Black communities are divided into voting clusters, each with unique priorities. As part of our 'Black Faith Votes' Soul Food Dinner campaign, we're using this research to connect with and engage rightfully cynical voters. Hear from POWER’s interim executive director, Rev. Dr. Gregory Edwards, about how we're driving political engagement through these community-centered conversations. Visit our resource page for more details on the research: www.powerfaith.org #powerinterfaith #socialjustice #BlackFaithVotes #VoterEngagement