John,
By now, you’ve probably heard:
President Biden has decided to step out of the 2024 race.
While Joe Biden wasn’t our preferred candidate, we cannot ignore the troubling actions of the Democratic Party. Forcing a duly elected candidate out of the race and attempting to manipulate Black voters is unacceptable and undemocratic.
At Black Lives Matter, our focus is on building strong communities, addressing root issues, and creating spaces of justice and joy. This election process has been a disservice to our communities and to democracy.
Historically, Black people have been loyal Democratic voters, but time and again, the party has taken our votes for granted and prioritized political theatrics over our real needs.
Our community needs candidates who will address critical issues such as community safety, affordable food and housing, the education crisis, the impact of the AI economy, healthcare, and recovery from COVID-19.
While the Democratic Party focuses on the pageantry of the presidential election, we are leading efforts to mobilize voters on these critical issues and reminding them where the candidates stand. However, we need your support to continue this vital work.
Will you contribute today to the Black Lives Matter Focus On The Issues Fund?
We will not stop calling out both the Democratic and Republican establishments on behalf of Black folks everywhere to move us towards abolition and Black liberation.
We will also remain vigilant in fighting white supremacist threats against Black communities.
If you’re with us, please donate to Black Lives Matter now to help us continue this essential work.
— Black Lives Matter
