Up First from NPR Biden Courts Black Voters, Pope Francis Issues Apology, South Africa's Election
May 29, 2024
The Biden campaign is ramping up efforts to connect with Black voters ahead of the 2024 election, acknowledging past criticisms and key issues. Meanwhile, Pope Francis has issued a heartfelt apology for a derogatory term used about gay men, reflecting the Church's evolving views. In South Africa, impending elections could reshape politics as young voters demand a departure from the dominant party's long-standing rule, highlighting frustrations over corruption and unemployment. It's a pivotal moment for democracy both in the U.S. and abroad.
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Biden Courts Black Voters
- President Biden launched a Black voter outreach effort due to concerns about Black voter turnout in 2024.
- This follows Trump's visit to a predominantly Black and Latino area in the Bronx, raising questions about his potential inroads with traditionally Democratic voters.
Black Voters' Concerns
- In North Carolina, some Black voters express feeling unheard and that their votes don't matter, impacting turnout.
- One barber, Sharita Evans, said she'd vote for Biden due to abortion, while student Christian Pounds was leaning that way.
Pope Apologizes for Slur
- Pope Francis apologized for using a slur against gay men during a meeting about seminary admissions.
- He said there were too many gay men in seminaries, according to Italian media reports.