Bad Faith
Episode 410 Promo - Kamala vs. The Black Left (w/ Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly)
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Quick takeaways
- Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly critiques electoral motivations within the Black left, emphasizing the need for a transformative grassroots approach beyond conventional voting strategies.
- The discussion contrasts the impact of identity politics versus collective activism, suggesting that true social movements often arise from the efforts of marginalized groups rather than politicians.
Deep dives
Electoral Politics and Responsibility
Angela Davis discusses the complex relationship between electoral politics and the responsibility to vote within a specific political context. While she highlights that voting for candidates like Barack Obama and suggesting a ‘fascist adjacent’ option during critical elections may be a necessary strategy, she raises concerns about misleading narratives regarding candidates' potential benefits. This reflects a broader critique of liberal thought, exemplified by the sentiment that the left may find allies within the Democratic Party, which Davis contests by pointing out cases like Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib who face isolation within Congress. Overall, she asserts that prioritizing electoral needs over urgent social justice issues, such as addressing genocide, can exacerbate existing problems and mislead constituents about the political reality.
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