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Summary

After Donald Trump’s 2024 victory, many politically engaged Black women are reassessing their role as key organizers in U.S. democracy.

Despite 92% supporting Kamala Harris, Black women expressed disillusionment over their contributions being met with indifference.

Historically at the forefront of social change, some are now prioritizing rest and mental health, shifting away from the “backbone” role in movements.

While some fear this withdrawal could leave gaps in advocacy, others argue it’s time for other groups to step up, as Black women grapple with the nation’s lack of solidarity with their concerns.

  • Verdant Banana@lemmy.worldEnglish
    632·
    1 month ago

    “It’s like the people have spoken and this is what America looks like,” said Smith, the Los Angeles-based founder of the advocacy social media agency, Get Social. “And there’s not too much more fighting that you’re going to be able to do without losing your own sanity.”

    definitely a real feeling

    it is what America has been looking like for far too long

    • Tiefling IRL@lemmy.blahaj.zone
      26·
      1 month ago

      I’ve seen it described as when you spend time and energy helping a friend get away from an abusive ex, only to see them get back together

    • errer@lemmy.worldEnglish
      2011·
      1 month ago

      “Giving up” when you lost the last election by a measly 1.5% seems like exactly the wrong thing to do…

      • Carrolade@lemmy.worldEnglish
        14·
        1 month ago

        It’s not too different from the oxygen masks on an airliner: secure your own mask first before you help others. You always have to make sure you’re healthy and well first, and then you can focus on taking care of business.

        Given the blow to morale this had, I have nothing against people that need to take a break for their own wellbeing. I don’t think most are permanently out of the game though.