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On February 21, 2024, Joy Reid was honored by the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference for her bestselling book, and for her role in the Ceasefire music video.
Here is the conversation between Joy, Reena Evers, the daughter of Medgar and Myrlie Evers, and Rev. Mark.
Medgar & Myrlie is available wherever books are sold.
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Markos and Rev. Mark examine the apparent slippage in numbers for the Democratic coalition that previously secured Biden's presidency. Despite the Democrats efforts, the nation experienced a conservative shift, with Trump gaining unexpected traction among low-propensity voters in rural areas.One revelation from the election is the curious shift in high voter turnout benefiting Republicansâa departure from historical trends favoring Democrats. Dramatically, Trump has managed to win over a significant portion of economically marginalized voters, taking 28 of the 30 poorest states. Republicans now align more with lower socioeconomic demographics, traditionally the Democratic stronghold.
And what about the influence of societal and gender dynamics on Nov. 5? With women advancing in educational and professional spheres, young men appear increasingly alienated and radicalizedâa phenomenon with global echoes. This gender shift may underlie some of the support for Trump, whose rhetoric seems to galvanize men feeling disenfranchised by womenâs progress.
Despite significant slippage of Latino support for Democrats, Markos cautions against viewing the situation through a panicked lens. Instead, he emphasizes understanding the existing fractures and addressing them head-on.
Should Democrats reevaluate their approach to voters, focusing on practical policy alignment over ideological purity? Should Democrats not just educate and uplift marginalized groups, but, also ensure their political strategies resonate with a broader audience, including those feeling sidelined by economic or societal changes?
Markos and Rev. Mark also discuss the necessity of leaving Elon Muskâs X platform for the bluer skies of Blue Sky.
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Markos and Rev. Mark examine turnout among key Democratic demographics, despite unprecedented enthusiasm and fundraising efforts, and specifically, why Latinos and white women, did not vote as expected. Markos shares insights into cultural aspects that might influence voting behaviors, particularly within the Latino community. Drawing parallels with his home country of El Salvador, he suggests how issues of safety and conservatism could sway voter attitudes, noting that Trump's promises of economic and cultural security resonate deeply with culturally conservative segments.
The discussion also raises questions about gender dynamics in presidential politics. The decline in support among certain demographics suggests underlying biases, posing the question of whether America is truly ready for a woman president.
What went wrong in the ground game that had been so promising? How can Democrats more effectively take credit for their accomplishments to clear through the fog of misinformation?
Despite the disappointment, Rev. Mark reaffirms his commitment to social justice, calling for continuous action and vigilance. He recounts the historical relationship between protest and progress, reminding us that staying vocal and visible is crucial to the advancement of democratic ideals.
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Markos joins for a Special Edition of Thursday Kos to discuss the Presidential, House and Senate races on the last weekend before Election Day.
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Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo, and Robert James, II, President of Carver Financial Corporation join.
Jobs
The Black unemployment rate was 5.7% in September, near historic lows. The Black unemployment rate was 9.3% when President Biden took office.2023 was the lowest year for Black unemployment on record.16 million jobs have been created since President Biden took office, including nearly 2.4 million jobs for Black workersâachieving one of the lowest gaps between Black and White unemployment on record.Prime-age Black women have seen their labor force participation rates climb by about 3% compared to pre-pandemic levels.Wages/Wealth
Real wages for Black Americans grew over 5% between 2019 and the four-quarters ending in Q3 2024.Black net worth is up 60% between 2019 and 2022 and the Black-white wealth gap is at its narrowest level in nearly 20 years.Housing
Black homeownership rates increased by 3.5 percentage points from 2019 through the four-quarters ending in Q2 2024. In the years of the Financial Crisis, Black homeownership had dropped 1.75 percentage points.As of Q2 2024, 37% of Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) homeowners self-identified as Black.In 2021, eviction filing rates in Black neighborhoods were less than half their historic average.41% of ERA payments have gone to Black families as of Q1 2024.Child Poverty
Over 800,000 Black children were lifted out of poverty in 2021 through the expansion of the Child Tax Credit under the American Rescue Plan, helping drive the child poverty rate for Black children to its lowest level on record.Small Business
The number of Black households owning a business has more than doubled since 2019.Black business ownership is up 6.2 percentage points from 2019 to 2022 to 11%, the highest rate in history.In 2021, Black-owned companies employed 1.4 million people and paid over $50 billion in annual payroll.· The number of Black workers that were self-employedâa measure of entrepreneurshipâincreased by over 30% from 2019 through 2024.
· The number and dollar value of SBA-backed loans to Black-owned businesses have more than doubled since 2020. The Small Business Administration (SBA) has now surpassed the $1 billion mark in lending to Black-owned small businesses for the third year, almost double 2019 lending amounts.
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Also, young men are attracted to the political strongman, yet they aren't showing up to early vote as much as women are. Also, how are Latino and Arab voters trending toward the candidates?
12 days til Election Day! Markos joins for Thursday Kos!
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Monifa Bandele of Moms Rising joins,
TELL CONGRESS: Pass the Black Maternal Health Momnibus!
Another Woman Dies During Childbirth at a Troubled Brooklyn Hospital
Family of woman who died after C-section plans legal action against Woodhull Hospital
Brooklyn Doctor Under Investigation in Sha-asia Washingtonâs Death During Childbirth
Doctors Give Black Women Unneeded C-Sections to Fill Operating Rooms, Study Suggests
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Labor Secretary Julie Su joins.
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Markos joins for this week's Thursday Kos, and breaks down the latest Cook Political Report which says Harris is leading in every battleground state, except GA.
She's erased Trump's six point lead and the two are tied for the most trustworthy to handle inflation.
The 37% of voters who thought the economy was getting better or was staying the same in May, has grown to 46%.
As the gap between those who think inflation is getting better or staying the same and those who think itâs getting worse has shrunk to eight points â a 17-point decrease in economic pessimism over the last four months, Harris leads Trump among the 46% of voters who who think inflation is getting better or staying the same.
And Trump's lead over Harris on immigration and the border shrunk five points since August to 51% - 42%.
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On this week's #ThursdayKos, Markos and Rev. Mark, assess current voter turnout, the strategies of both the Harris and Trump campaigns, and the importance of mobilizing key demographic groups, including African American, Latino, and young voters for Harris, and white voters for Trump. They also highlight issues within the current campaign strategies, particularly the lack of investment in African American media and voter turnout on the part of the Harris campaign. Also, the surprising competitiveness in the Nebraska Senate race with independent candidate Dan Osborne.
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The Democratic National Committee Member, the President of the National Urban League, and the former Mayor of South Carolina, respectively, join National Newspaper Publishers Association President the Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and Rev. Mark at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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Dietra Trent, Executive Director of the White House Initiative on HBCU's announces the Biden-â Harris Administration's$1.3 Billion in Additional Funding for HBCUs; former Commerce Secretary Willam Daley on the Presidential campaign; and A'Shanti Golar, President of Emerge, on training Democratic women to run for office.
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The DNC Chair joins.
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The New Jersey Governor discusses the campaign, and the founder of Freedom Road addresses the elephant in the room--Gaza--with the Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and Stacy Brown, President and National Correspondent, respectively, of the National Newspaper Publisher Association, and Rev. Mark at the DNC Convention in Chicago.
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Nevada Democratic Party Chair Daniele Monroe-Moreno and Kansas Democratic Party Chair Jeanna Repass sit down with National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President, the Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., NNPA Board Chair Bobby Henry and Rev. Mark at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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