Episode 43: Barack Obama, Kamala Harris, and the Gatekeeping of Blackness
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
In this episode, we discuss the way Kamala Harris and Barack Obama’s racial identities were used against them during their political campaigns. We also talk about ways to bring about progressive policies outside of federal elections, Republicans suddenly backing away from their efforts to slow down mail ahead of this November’s election, and the backlash from the teaser for the fourth season of ‘Black Love’ on OWN.
Resources:
Freyer, Lauren. Kamala Harris Pick For VP Is Hailed As 'A Moment Of Pride' In India. NPR. August 12, 2020.
Grant, Jasmine. Exclusive: See The Official Season 4 Trailer For OWN Network's 'Black Love' Series. Essence. August 18, 2020.
Sprunt, Barbara. Post Office Chief Suspends Controversial Changes Until After Election. NPR. August 18, 2020.
