Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy: A Review

Say It Louder!: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy

by Tiffany Cross

4.8 out of 5

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In his new book, Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy, political scientist and author Dr. Cedric Johnson argues that the way in which white Americans talk about Black voters has a profound impact on the ability of Black voters to participate in the political process and to have their voices heard.

Johnson begins by examining the history of white narratives about Black voters, from the days of slavery to the present day. He shows how these narratives have been used to justify everything from voter suppression to police brutality.

Johnson then analyzes the impact of these narratives on Black voters themselves. He finds that Black voters are often discouraged from participating in the political process because they believe that their votes do not matter. This is due in part to the fact that white narratives about Black voters often portray them as being irrational, uninformed, and easily swayed by demagogues.

Johnson argues that these narratives are not only inaccurate, but also harmful. They perpetuate the myth that Black voters are not capable of making informed decisions about their own future. This myth has been used to justify a variety of policies that have made it more difficult for Black voters to participate in the political process.

Johnson concludes by offering a number of recommendations for how to change the way we talk about Black voters. He argues that we need to start by recognizing the diversity of Black voters. We need to understand that Black voters are not a monolithic group, but rather a diverse group of individuals with a wide range of political views.

We also need to challenge the negative stereotypes that have been used to justify voter suppression and other forms of discrimination against Black voters. We need to start by listening to Black voters themselves and understanding their experiences.

Johnson's book is a powerful and timely reminder of the importance of Black voters in American democracy. He argues that we cannot truly have a democracy until all voices are heard and all votes are counted.

Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the role of race in American politics. It is a call to action for all of us to work together to create a more just and equitable democracy for all.

Say It Louder!: Black Voters, White Narratives, and Saving Our Democracy

by Tiffany Cross

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1267 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	247 pages

FREE