TED Talks Daily The case for a new Great Migration in the US | Charles M. Blow
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Nov 27, 2023 Join Charles M. Blow, a renowned writer and political commentator, as he boldly proposes a new Great Migration to tackle racial inequality in the U.S. He discusses the cyclical nature of social progress and how a strategic return of Black Americans to the South could enhance political power. Exploiting historical context, he emphasizes the potential for this migration to reshape policies and representation. Blow's provocative ideas challenge listeners to rethink traditional approaches to civil rights and inspire community-driven change.
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Racial Progress Backlash Cycle
- America engages in a cyclical pattern regarding racial progress.
- Progress is met with backlash, creating a two-steps-forward, one-step-back dynamic.
Sidestepping the Cycle
- Sidestep the usual cycle of progress and backlash.
- Create a plan for equality that empowers Black people through their own actions.
Reverse Migration for Political Power
- Encourage Black people to return to the South.
- Concentrate their political power and influence state-level policies.