Comments on: Blacks Continue to Vote For Their Own Demise.

By: James Davis

James Davis — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:04:41 +0000

In reply to Herb.

There is nothing wrong with questioning the Democratic party and how it has performed when it comes to making your life better. This writer who only identifies himself as “Herb” should not be taken seriously. Why? Herb doesn’t address the substance of Raynard Jackson’s (who does identify himself) article – he attempts to defend the record of Democrats.

The Democratic party of today is in no way the same Democratic party of the 1960s and 1970s, as we all can point to the accomplishments of the Democratic party during that period of time, such as the Voting Rights Act, the Civil Rights Act, and Jobs Act of 1972. What has the Democratic party of today accomplished for you?

The substance of Jackson’s article is, Republicans have done a better Job of supporting their Voters, than Democrats have over the last 40 years where we have seen 3 Democratic presidents and 3 Republican presidents. As a matter of fact, Clinton and all the Democratic presidents who followed him, Biden and former African American President Obama have hurt us, and all working-class people severely, as Black Americans.

Clinton promoted the outrageous policy of underreporting the unemployment rates of working-class people, by saying the U-3 category rate of unemployment is comprehensive of our monthly unemployment situation, which it isn’t. Obama and Biden could have corrected this and chose not to. This hurt Black Americans more than any other worker group because we have the highest unemployment rate! Read
https://thyblackman.com/2026/03/08/trump-and-democrats-versus-voters-and-american-workers-who-are-now-dealing-with-high-unemployment/

What we should be paying attention to is, how Republicans have done a better job for their voters and challenge Democrats to do the same for us. Republicans have legislated 5 major tax cuts for the top 10%-20% since 1986. They have done 5 direct tax cuts for their constituencies, and the Democratic party has done not one for the bottom 70%-80%. As a result of these tax cuts, Republicans are wealthier and more prosperous.

By: Herb

Herb — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:32:46 +0000

Raynard Jackson’s article presents a familiar conservative critique of Black political allegiance to the Democratic Party, framing it as emotional voting based on race rather than policy, and blaming liberal policies—especially the War on Poverty—for ongoing issues in Black communities like crime, unemployment, fatherless households, and poor schools. While Jackson raises valid points about the need for policy-focused voting and accountability from elected officials, his argument oversimplifies complex historical and structural factors, ignores evidence of progress under social programs, and selectively uses data to fit a narrative.
A key issue is Jackson’s portrayal of Black voters as prioritizing skin color over substance. He claims his “informal experiment” with leaders in organizations like the NAACP and National Urban League showed they would choose a Black Democrat over a white one regardless of policy. This anecdotal claim lacks verifiable evidence and generalizes from a small, unrepresentative sample. In reality, Black voters have consistently supported candidates and parties based on platforms addressing civil rights, economic justice, voting rights, and social safety nets—issues where Democrats have historically aligned more closely. This isn’t blind racial loyalty; it’s a rational response to decades of policy differences, including Republican resistance to key civil rights legislation and ongoing efforts to restrict voting access in ways that disproportionately affect Black communities.
Jackson highlights the large number of Black elected officials in major cities and blames persistent problems on “radical liberal policies.” Yet he overlooks structural realities: many of these cities face long-term disinvestment, deindustrialization, discriminatory housing and lending practices (redlining’s legacy), and federal policies that have shifted resources away from urban areas. Crime, unemployment, and education challenges predate and extend beyond local Democratic control. Blaming solely “liberalism” ignores how conservative-led austerity, mass incarceration policies (supported across parties but amplified in certain eras), and economic shifts like globalization have contributed significantly.
On the War on Poverty, Jackson echoes Reagan’s quip that “poverty won” and claims over $15 trillion spent with “nothing to show” but devastation in Black communities. This figure is often cited in conservative circles but is misleading—it aggregates spending over decades across many programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, and education aid) without adjusting for inflation or population growth, and it ignores what the programs achieved. The official poverty rate fell from about 19% in the mid-1960s to around 11-12% in the 1970s, with significant declines among Black Americans. Expanded safety nets reduced child poverty and hunger, improved health outcomes via Medicaid, and supported education access. While poverty persists (especially among Black families due to systemic barriers), evidence shows these programs mitigated worse outcomes, not caused them. Claims that Black communities were “decimated” by these efforts ignore that fatherless households rose partly due to factors like the crack epidemic, incarceration policies, and economic pressures—not welfare alone.
Jackson cites pre-1950s data suggesting Black labor participation was strong (e.g., lower unemployment in 1900), implying decline post-civil rights era. Historical records show Black unemployment was often comparable or lower in some periods before widespread data collection began in the 1970s (BLS consistent tracking starts then), but this reflected limited job options in agriculture and domestic work under Jim Crow segregation—not prosperity. Post-1960s, Black unemployment has consistently been about double the white rate (e.g., around 7-8% Black vs. 3-4% white in recent years, with gaps persisting). This gap stems from discrimination, unequal education access, and occupational segregation—not civil rights gains or anti-poverty programs. The Civil Rights Act and related laws opened doors previously closed, enabling Black middle-class growth despite ongoing disparities.
Finally, Jackson’s piece is not a neutral analysis but comes from someone deeply embedded in conservative politics. As founder and chair of Black Americans for a Better Future (a conservative group/Super PAC aimed at increasing Black Republican involvement), Jackson has received substantial funding from wealthy white conservative donors, including $400,000 in 2015 from Robert Mercer (a hedge fund billionaire known for far-right causes) and additional donations since 2017. Reports describe the group as largely a vehicle for Jackson himself, with nearly all funding from such sources rather than broad Black community support. This context suggests his critiques may align more with promoting Republican outreach (and his own role) than objective assessment of Black community needs.
The real debate isn’t just “liberalism failed” vs. “racism persists”—it’s recognizing that structural racism, economic inequality, and policy choices across administrations have all played roles. Black voters aren’t irrational for prioritizing candidates who address these realities substantively. If Republicans want more Black support, as Jackson suggests, it requires meaningful policy engagement beyond rhetoric—on issues like criminal justice reform, economic opportunity, and voting rights—rather than dismissing decades of Democratic alignment as mere emotionalism.

By: Isaac Jackson

Isaac Jackson — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:23:05 +0000

White Americans are the Largest racial group in America 60-61 percent, and Blacks or African Americans are {approx.12-135%) . Black and African Americans are the smallest groups in this country. Don’t forget the light-skinned races passing as white.

By: The Hard Truth

The Hard Truth — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:00:21 +0000

In reply to Pelvo White, Jr..

The problem with “brothers” like you is not that they are ignorant, but that they have an agenda that is to push white stereotypes without regard for their veracity or relevance. Others have made intelligent comments debunking some of the myth making you’ve engaged in, but a better question is why? Republicans like you have clearly disproven your own theory multiple times by nominating Toms with the thought that black people would simply vote for them because of the color of their skin. Those folks have lost over and over. See, black people aren’t as stupid as they think. You don’t believe we are, you’re just advancing a narrative looking for a paycheck from a deluded cracker. Good luck with that and with your sense of integrity which you may come looking for some day….

By: Pelvo White, Jr.

Pelvo White, Jr. — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:45:56 +0000

It is not a good idea to invent a fictitious being such as ( ” radical liberal” ), and argue its elimination within a pluralistic representative democracy with a capitalistic economic base that believes in an unequal distribution of available goods and services based on merit. Merit is defined as usefulness to the republic. Our U.S. Constitution, and the rule of law are liberal laden guiding instruments. Our sense of existentialism, or freedom is determined in large part by our wealth. Liberalism is not radical in our American way of life. It is an essential part of our American life maintained to repair the inherent flaws of our political, and economic systems.

By: James Davis

James Davis — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:12:45 +0000

In reply to Chauncey J.. You say, " Check the Rust Belt, the Bible Belt, and rural America in general,'' as this voting group is the Republican base. What kinda rocks are you living under? The last time I looked it was the Top 10%-20% who was happy with Trump's $3.4 Trillion Tax Cut. Sure, the GOP is comfortable with giving, the "RED Meat of racism, anti-abortion rhetoric, and tax cuts on tips, to attract voters, but at their core Trump and Republicans are about rewarding billionaires, millionaires and corporations with huge tax cuts. Democrats like yourself ought to take a hint from their playbook.

By: Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:48:53 +0000

Reading these comments, it comes across that many of you are upset the author of this article isn’t spewing the same political ideology you personally harbor. His point is simply that far too many Black voters in particular, vote according to skin color and promises of freebees, rather than sound economic and social policies that will actually uplift them and improve their lives and living conditions. But his job is hard, going against the grain and pointing out hard truths to those that may not want to hear it. I appreciate his approach and perspective.

BTW, calling someone a radical is hardly the same as calling someone a terrorist. What kind of logic is that?
If Wes Moore happens to be the only current Black governor and happens to be as far left of center as the recent crop of elected Democrat politicians, there’s nothing wrong in calling him out as a radical.

Insinuating that Tim Scott is a negative example to compare someone to is in itself racists. Stinks of “Uncle Tom” accusations. Not a good look or much help supporting your point.

By: Chauncey J

Chauncey J — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:09:45 +0000

In reply to so many questions. He is not going to call an ace an ace and a spade a spade because he has drank the MAGA Kool-Aid and now believes he is a part of the in-crowd. Foolish man, they will always be a “Tim Scott” to push their agenda, lol.

By: Chauncey J

Chauncey J — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:03:00 +0000

When I started reading this article, I kind of figured it was some brainwashed colored idiot that wrote it. I agree that our Black “leaders” have done more harm to the Black community than the racist agenda of the power that be in this country. At least you know what to expect from the people who makes their agenda plain, keep these people down at all cost. But when it is your own people who bamboozle you into a trick bag, it is really frustrating and hurtful.
This is where you enter the picture, my brother, and I say brother very lightly. You talk about the Democratic Party and how they have hurt Black America while pushing for the same Black America who are currently trying to forward bills in Congress to do away with the voting rights our fore-parents were beaten and died for to have established. The same Republican Party that passed stand your ground laws that disproportionately affect Black men like you and I more than our White counterparts. The same Republican Party that wants to white wash American history and have us believe that slavery was a necessary evil at the time.
Bro, before you start pointing fingers at the so called radical liberal left, take a minute to think about where you would truly stand, as a Black man, if the Christian Nationalist Agenda of today’s Republican Party was to come to fruition? Do you seriously think you would be warmly embraced with welcoming arms? If so, wake up Mutley, you’re dreaming again.

By: Chauncey J.

Chauncey J. — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:45:18 +0000

In reply to James Davis. You think the Republicans have done a better job enriching their base, you need to come from whatever rock you are living under. Check the Rust Belt, the Bible Belt, and rural America in general. These are the same people who the Republicans fire up with their hate rhetoric every four years and come away with empty hands every time. It is the same playbook with all politicians, get the sheep to follow you and lead them to the slaughter. It doesn’t matter what side of the aisle they are on, sheep are sheep.