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Democrats should focus more on Black climate voters
As Democrats fine-tune their climate message for young voters, advocates urge the party to prioritize environmental justice for Black communities suffering from disproportionate pollution.
In short:
- Democrats emphasize climate change as a key issue for young voters but may overlook Black communities affected by pollution.
- Advocates call for more focus on environmental justice, noting that Black communities are hit hardest by climate-related issues.
- Vice President Kamala Harris is seen as a potential strong advocate for linking climate action to racial equity.
Key quote:
“When America is experiencing smoke, Black America is on fire. And when we have flooding, when we have wildfires, when we have those things that hit our community, our community so often feels the effects three to four times more than any other community.”
— Antjuan Seawright, campaign strategist for leading Black Democrats in Congress
Why this matters:
Climate change affects everyone, but Black communities often face the most severe consequences. Addressing this disparity is critical for both ethical reasons and effective voter mobilization.
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