The revelation of Senator Harry Reid’s use of the “n” word while describing Barack Obama’s strengths as a candidate has set off the typical Washington fire storm.
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A very comprehensive and erudite post on the history of American politics vis-a-vis race. One might also add GH Bush’s Willie Horton advertisement as a significant devolution in the Republican party’s relationship with African-Americans.
The most salient point here, however, is Blacks being denied access to the marketplace of ideas. Welfare reform, tough stances on immigration, charter schools, might all be issues that Republicans champion and yet, in the long run, would be in African Americans’ best interests. Since they are pedaled by the Republican party, however, Blacks may be reluctant to consider these policies.
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