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Radical Silence is Not an Option
There exists a conflict between radical academic commitments and the urgent need for practical engagement in democracy, particularly among Black and brown communities. Many academics dismiss the importance of voting by claiming both political parties are equivalent, a statement deemed false and misleading. This stance can undermine the democratic process by relying on marginalized voters to bear the burden of saving democracy while remaining aloof. In the event of political failure, those same academics are likely to escape to safer environments, leaving others to face the consequences of their inaction.