When will the Democrats learn that nobody with common sense believes their lies.
In a recent live-stream event, two Democratic House members, including outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, made a disturbing claim about Trump’s agenda. During the “State of the People” stream, Crockett suggested that Trump’s policies are aimed at pushing Black Americans “back to the fields,” implying a regression to slavery-era labor.
Crockett, speaking with Rev. Franklin Haynes, argued that Trump’s actions targeting immigrants, particularly in the workforce, are reminiscent of the historical exploitation of Black labor. “They want us to go back to jobs like working in the fields,” she said, referring to the types of roles immigrants take in the agricultural sector today. This assertion was echoed by Rep. Hank Johnson, who argued that Trump’s policies on education would push Black Americans into low-paying, manual labor jobs similar to those of the past. He stated, “It’s like a return to when America was ‘great,’ where we were picking cotton.”
These comments, though extreme, reflect the ongoing narrative pushed by some Democrats that Trump’s policies are harmful to Black communities. Yet, this rhetoric fails to acknowledge the significant gains Trump made among Black voters in the 2020 election. Despite criticism from figures like Crockett and Johnson, Trump saw notable support from Black Americans, particularly in areas such as Anson County, North Carolina. There, Trump won a county that had not voted Republican in over 50 years, receiving over 50% of the vote, a remarkable shift in a traditionally Democratic stronghold.
Furthermore, Trump’s efforts to engage with minority communities, including increasing his support among Hispanic and Black voters, have been widely recognized. His appeal among these groups reflects his broader outreach to communities that have traditionally felt neglected by the Democratic Party. This is a crucial reminder that the conservative agenda offers policies that resonate with a wide array of Americans, including many Black voters who are seeking better opportunities and a future free from divisive rhetoric.
Instead of advancing divisive and inflammatory claims, it is essential to acknowledge the progress made and continue to focus on policies that uplift all Americans, regardless of race or background.