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Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Race: A Comedic Analysis
Racism is often dubbed America’s original sin—it’s the root cause of many of the nation’s woes. As the #BlackLivesMatter movement has underscored, acknowledging our inherent biases is crucial for addressing the systemic issues that persist. Any future president needs to tackle racism head-on, particularly against marginalized groups like Mexicans, Black individuals, Muslims, and Native Americans.
Hillary Clinton’s Commitment to Racial Justice
Hillary Clinton, during her early career as a lawyer for the Children’s Defense Fund, fought to prevent the imprisonment of young Black teens in adult facilities. This was just the beginning of her commitment to racial justice, which she refers to as “America’s long struggle,” emphasizing that the fight is far from over. In a campaign ad narrated by the iconic Morgan Freeman, she highlights the names of African-Americans killed by police, the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, and her dedication to racial justice.
On Mary J. Blige’s radio show, Clinton expressed her sorrow over racial issues in America, saying: “It breaks my heart that African-American parents have to warn their children about being careful.” She urged white Americans to recognize and engage in the solution. At the Democratic National Convention, she brought together nine Black mothers who have lost children to violence, including those of Trayvon Martin and Sandra Bland, to share their stories. “This isn’t about political correctness; it’s about saving lives,” the mothers asserted, noting Clinton’s willingness to acknowledge their children’s names.
In her debate performances, Clinton tackled the root causes of systemic racism, discussing the mistrust between law enforcement and minority communities, firearm access, and implicit biases. She outlined extensive plans for reform, including criminal justice changes, restoring voting rights, tackling gun violence, and improving environmental conditions that disproportionately affect communities of color. Despite past missteps in her 2008 campaign and her husband’s controversial crime policies, she has sought to reconnect with the Black community.
Donald Trump’s Controversial History with Race
On the flip side, Donald Trump’s history with race is riddled with controversy. He claims to be “the least racist person you have ever met,” yet he struggled to distance himself from David Duke, a former KKK leader. Trump notoriously labeled a judge as “Mexican” during a lawsuit against Trump University, despite the judge being born in Indiana. He also suggested that a Muslim judge might not be impartial due to Trump’s own anti-Muslim rhetoric.
At the Democratic National Convention, Gold Star parent Amir Jones spoke against Trump’s divisive language and disregard for civil rights while his wife, Fatima, stood silently beside him, grieving. Trump cynically used her silence to insinuate that she was not allowed to speak because of their faith. His company faced lawsuits from the Justice Department for refusing to rent to Black applicants, and he reportedly had managers label applications with a “C” for “Colored.”
Claims of his racist attitudes include derogatory comments about his Black employees, and he once expressed disdain for the #BlackLivesMatter movement, calling it a “disgrace.” During debates, he touted himself as the “law and order” candidate while ignoring the realities of police brutality and racial injustice. He even hesitated to condemn the historic internment of Japanese Americans, saying he wasn’t “there at the time.”
Conclusion
In summary, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump present contrasting approaches to race relations in America. Clinton advocates for comprehensive reforms to address systemic inequities, while Trump’s record reflects a troubling history of racial insensitivity and controversial remarks.
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