The article reflects on the author's upbringing in a Black church where the practice of collective care shaped their political beliefs. They express frustration over seeing such communal support labeled as 'socialist' by political figures like Andrew Cuomo, especially as it addresses the needs of struggling Black New Yorkers. The author critiques a broader Democratic establishment narrative that alienates Black voters from socialist policies, which historically resonate with their community's values of mutual aid and support, questioning the inconsistency of Black support for politicians who undermine these essential social safety nets.
The practice of societal care, a foundational pillar in Black communities, was a boogeyman in the anxieties of moderate politicians, who derided the practice as 'socialist.'
While Black New Yorkers face challenges, Cuomo, who leads in Black support, discredits policies aimed at alleviating their struggles as 'socialist.'
It's a result of a long-standing Democratic establishment project that has induced Black voters to believe that so-called socialist coalitions are white movements.
Collective care, which supported those in need, has become the bedrock of my politics, raising questions about why wealth inequality persists in a rich country.
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