Take Action This Black History Month
During Black History Month, we celebrate the rich and powerful history of Black Americans.
Throughout Black History Month, we honor the accomplishments of Black Americans and affirm our steadfast belief that Black history is American history. Despite attempts to undermine the rich and powerful history of Black Americans, it cannot be erased or whitewashed away by those who seek to turn back the clock.
After just one year into his term, Trump’s economic policies have left Black Americans in the lurch. Although he promised to usher in a “golden age” for America once he took office, Trump’s reckless trade policies have led to sky-high prices and have substantially hurt Black families and small businesses. It’s no surprise that only 9% of Black voters approve of Trump’s handling of the economy.
Despite Trump’s disastrous economic agenda and Republicans downplaying — or worse, justifying — the immoral injustices of slavery and Jim Crow, Democrats have fought and will continue to fight for a better future, one where quality health care, affordable housing, and a good education are the birthright of every American.
Let’s use this month to honor Black History Month by taking action. Here’s how you can get involved:
Protect Voting Rights
Over the past year, Democrats have tirelessly fought back against Donald Trump and his Republican enablers who seek to redraw Congressional districts to deny Black and Brown voters meaningful representation. Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which is essential to ensuring equitable representation and protecting communities from racial gerrymandering, is hanging in the balance as we await the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in the landmark case of Louisiana v. Callais.
Join us for a virtual briefing on voting rights and Louisiana v. Callais with DNC Chair Ken Martin and Vice Chair Reyna Walters-Morgan at 8 p.m. E.T. on Thursday, February 19, to learn what the ruling could mean for equal representation, redistricting law nationwide, the future of the Voting Rights Act, and what Democrats are doing to fight back.
But don’t stop there. Take five minutes today to register to vote or make sure your registration is up to date.
Share Your Story
We stand on the shoulders of giants — Crispus Attucks, Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, Fannie Lou Hamer, Langston Hughes, Toni Morrison, Thurgood Marshall, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and so many more — who paved the way for trailblazing leaders like John Lewis, Shirley Chisholm, Barack Obama, and Kamala Harris to follow in their footsteps.
But their stories are only one of many. We want to hear from you! Be part of our Storyteller Network and share your story.
Thanks for fighting with us! Together, we can make a difference.
In solidarity,
Jenny
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