Trump’s Defeat Comes With A Healthy Dose of Paranoia for Black Folks
Trump’s base is big mad, and President-elect Joe Biden’s policies are uncertain, so don’t get too comfy
While many supporters of President-elect Joe Biden are still relishing the sweet taste of victory, some Black folks remain cautious about what lurks around the corner and question if this is the quiet before the storm. The day the election was called was a day of celebration for many, but we have two lingering issues on our hands, the first being Donald Trump and his base. Simply put, they’re big mad about the election, and Trump is fueling their anger, making some in the Black community concerned about their physical safety should his base decide to lash out.
The second potential issue looms around continued cynicism about how or if a Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris White House will positively benefit the Black community. Some are going as far as to question if Trump was a better pick for Black people. Either way, we can’t afford to let our guard down, and we have to remain aware of the possible policy and safety implications that a transfer of power might entail. In the immortal words of rapper Suga Free, “If you stay ready, you don’t gotta get ready.”
