About the Campaign
The "My Black Job is to Vote™" campaign revolves around the belief that voting is our true black job. It was sparked by divisive rhetoric during a Presidential debate that revived the offensive practice of categorizing jobs by race, prompting a critical reflection on the implications of historical exclusionary legislation. This comment has forced us to confront a pressing question: what constitutes a "Black job"?
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Our campaign emphasizes the urgency of voting, highlighting its crucial role not only in the 2024 presidential election but also in state and local elections. These elections collectively shape our civil rights, economic opportunities, access to healthcare, educational opportunities, and justice system reforms.
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Historical Context
The campaign's main message emphasizes the importance of the Voting Rights Act, which was created to address racial discrimination in voting. It also highlights the racist and inaccurate nature of the term "Black jobs."
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Historical policies allowed racial discrimination by segregating Black people's employment opportunities, limiting them to specific job sectors. This discriminatory practice aimed to deny them government-sponsored social benefits that were available to white citizens during the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s.
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Our Why
We believe active participation in the electoral process is how we empower the Black community and address systemic inequalities through fair policies and representation.
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We encourage widespread engagement in voting among Black individuals because our voices deserve to be heard and our interests must be prioritized in shaping the nation's future at all levels of government.
Mission
Our mission is to ignite passion and break through apathy among Black voters. We are committed to empowering Black Voters through comprehensive voter education, proactive voter registration initiatives, and fostering unprecedented levels of community engagement. By doing so, we aim to strengthen the political influence of Black voters and ensure we actively shape the future of our nation.
Vision
We envision a future where every Black individual feels empowered to exercise their right to vote confidently and effectively. Our vision is rooted in empowerment, where black voices contribute to policies that reflect the needs of the Black community. We strive for a society where justice, equality, and representation are upheld at every level of governance.
Objective
Empowerment:
Highlight voting as a crucial tool for empowerment within the Black community, reinforcing the significance of our voice.
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Education:
Provide voter education resources and initiatives to ensure informed decision-making at the ballot box.
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Impact:
Highlight the transformative impact of increased voter registration and turnout on shaping policies and electing representatives who champion the interests of the Black community.
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Our Focus
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Voter Education
Increase awareness and understanding of voting rights, processes and key issues with impact on the Black community.
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Voter Registration
Increase voter registration rates among Black individuals.
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Community Engagement
Boost voter turnout among Black voters in upcoming elections (Local, State and Federal).
Partner With Us!
Join forces with "My Black Job is to Vote" and be part of a transformative movement dedicated to empowering Black communities through voter education, registration drives, and community engagement.
