This chapter examines the intricate relationships between political ceasefire calls and grassroots activism, especially among younger Black activists advocating for the Palestinian cause. It delves into the electoral implications of these alignments, emphasizing the necessity for Vice President Harris's campaign to engage diverse voter perspectives, particularly focusing on Black male voters. The discussion balances immediate activism needs with broader political strategies, setting the stage for future conversations about immigration issues in relation to the Harris campaign.
The Democrats call Black women the "backbone" of their party. We ask three Black women delegates in Chicago about making history, Gaza, and Black men voting for Trump.
This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Andi Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Noel King. Photo by Gerry Melendez/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Image.
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