Like many of you, this election season has left me unsettled. Should I celebrate the potential of Kamala Harris—a Black and South Asian woman—becoming the first female Vice President? Or should I be disheartened by President Donald Trump’s rejection of electoral votes and his inclination to litigate against anyone and everyone? Throughout the campaign, discussions around the “Black vote” and the “Latinx vote” have highlighted a stark division in our nation. Our children are growing up in a country that has replaced simple notions of Black and White with a more complex Red and Blue, creating an “us” versus “them” mentality.
The recent exit polls provide us with a clearer understanding of the America we currently inhabit. According to early data and interviews with over 110,000 voters, 55% of those who voted for Trump identified as white. Even more striking is the fact that 52% of white women supported him.
This raises an uncomfortable question—why? Is it tied to self-worth, financial status, or faith? What motivates individuals to cast their votes for Donald Trump, especially when even my young daughter recognizes his unkindness?
In a revealing segment from Grayson Perry’s series Make America Grayson Again, one female biker and Trump supporter expressed her belief that “He’s here to save us…I think God brought him to us.” She continues, “I’ve never been so proud of my country until he became president. He’s done so much for us. He’s our voice.” Her claim that he is “our voice” deeply concerns and saddens me. What does this imply about her and our society? To me, it suggests a need for greater self-reflection, especially for the 44% of women voters who chose Trump.
This illustrates a troubling aspect of America—citizens who may secretly harbor racist sentiments, claiming to have Black friends while voting against their interests. Trump’s recent lawsuits in Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia—two of which have significant Black populations—further underscore this issue. His attempts to dismiss votes from cities like Detroit and Atlanta reflect blatant racism and voter suppression.
Trump’s assertion that he has done more for Black people than any other president is simply untrue. President Barack Obama, regardless of the percentage of Black voters who supported him, made a historic impact by running for president, addressing the nation, and treating all individuals with respect. In 2008, 12.1% of voters were Black, with 95% of that demographic supporting Obama, highlighting his contributions to the community.
To illustrate the disconnect, consider if a public figure like Candace Owens were to spend a year in a place like Alabama as a single Black woman—perhaps she would better understand the reality of the Black experience in America without her white husband alongside her.
Many white individuals harbor a deep fear of becoming a minority in a nation built on their historical dominance. As Randy Rainbow poignantly states, “Everything in life is riding on this damn election…Pick one (a president) your kids can look up to…”
We hold the power to choose leaders who reflect our values.
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Summary:
The exit polls from the 2020 election reveal a divided America, with significant support for Trump among white voters, particularly white women. This division highlights underlying racial tensions and differing perceptions of leadership and representation. The implications are profound, as they point to a need for introspection among voters and a reevaluation of what values we prioritize in our leaders.