Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign is launching a targeted effort to engage Black men, who historically vote Democratic but are being courted by Republicans this election cycle. Harris outlined an “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men,” including policies to support Black entrepreneurs, job training programs, and the legalization of recreational marijuana. Concerns have been raised about a potential shift in Black voter sentiment, with polls showing some Black men may be considering supporting former President Donald Trump. Former President Barack Obama called out tepid support for Harris among Black men, sparking a conversation about their voting choices. The Trump campaign believes its economic policies will appeal to Black men and is actively engaging this demographic through events and messaging. Harris, meanwhile, is focused on increasing wealth among Black men and has received endorsements from Black groups previously skeptical of Democratic candidates. Her campaign has planned a media blitz and events specifically targeting Black men in battleground states, seeking to mobilize this crucial voting bloc. High-profile Black entertainers and athletes are supporting Harris, emphasizing the importance of Black men voting in the upcoming election. Overall, both campaigns are making a concerted effort to reach and engage Black men as a key demographic in the 2022 election.
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Obama, ‘All the Smoke’ and ‘huddle-ups’ help Harris increase outreach to Black men
