<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Join us as we explore the pivotal 2024 presidential race between Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, and discuss the question of who Black males will support when the go to the polls.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Our guest, Jamarr Jabari, a supporter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation, sheds light on the complexities of the election, the role of swing states, and the critical importance of community organization. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;We discuss the political engagement of Black voters, especially men, and their lean towards third-party candidates in light of pressing issues like housing crises, rent inflation, and police brutality. During the discussion, Jabari criticizes former President Barack Obama for calling out Black men who decline to support Harris and instead plan to back a third-party candidate -- despite understanding that such actions will actually benefit Trump, whom Jabari says he despises.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Dive deep into the U.S. foreign policy’s impact on domestic elections, including U.S, support for Israel, and critique the stances of prominent figures on immigration. The episode also covers infrastructure challenges, such as hurricane management and systemic inequality, emphasizing a need for political reassessment and genuine community support. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Additionally, we introduce the expansion of Jabari Vox Media, featuring new shows on politics, sports, and culture, and preview an upcoming book from Lean to the Left, Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump's attack on America's greatness. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Tune in for a comprehensive and thought-provoking discussion on the current political landscape, the necessity of infrastructure improvements, and the role of independent media in shaping narratives.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;CHAPTERS:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;00:20 Introducing Jamarr Jabari&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;01:39 Analyzing the Presidential Race&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;06:03 Obama's Influence and Critique&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;09:18 The Black Vote and Third Party Support&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;12:44 Housing Crisis and Policy Discussion&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;14:52 US Foreign Policy and Israel&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;16:49 Immigration and Republican Rhetoric&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;18:40 Political Hypocrisy and Genocide&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;20:59 Hurricanes and Conspiracy Theories&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;22:48 Infrastructure Failures and Social Inequality&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;29:08 Media Ventures and New Projects&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;30:57 Upcoming Book and Final Thoughts&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt; If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;About Bob Gatty&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com and is now available on Amazon, Barnes &amp;amp; Noble and other outlets. Paperback: $11; Hardcover: $24. Digital version coming soon. Here's a direct link: https://amzn.to/4eK8ghZ&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;______________________&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Lean to the Left Podcast

Bob Gatty

The Black Vote and Kamala

OCT 25, 202434 MIN
The Lean to the Left Podcast

The Black Vote and Kamala

OCT 25, 202434 MIN

Description

<p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Join us as we explore the pivotal 2024 presidential race between Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, and discuss the question of who Black males will support when the go to the polls.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Our guest, Jamarr Jabari, a supporter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation, sheds light on the complexities of the election, the role of swing states, and the critical importance of community organization. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">We discuss the political engagement of Black voters, especially men, and their lean towards third-party candidates in light of pressing issues like housing crises, rent inflation, and police brutality. During the discussion, Jabari criticizes former President Barack Obama for calling out Black men who decline to support Harris and instead plan to back a third-party candidate -- despite understanding that such actions will actually benefit Trump, whom Jabari says he despises.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Dive deep into the U.S. foreign policy’s impact on domestic elections, including U.S, support for Israel, and critique the stances of prominent figures on immigration. The episode also covers infrastructure challenges, such as hurricane management and systemic inequality, emphasizing a need for political reassessment and genuine community support. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Additionally, we introduce the expansion of Jabari Vox Media, featuring new shows on politics, sports, and culture, and preview an upcoming book from Lean to the Left, Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump's attack on America's greatness. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Tune in for a comprehensive and thought-provoking discussion on the current political landscape, the necessity of infrastructure improvements, and the role of independent media in shaping narratives.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">CHAPTERS:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">00:20 Introducing Jamarr Jabari</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">01:39 Analyzing the Presidential Race</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">06:03 Obama's Influence and Critique</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">09:18 The Black Vote and Third Party Support</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">12:44 Housing Crisis and Policy Discussion</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">14:52 US Foreign Policy and Israel</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">16:49 Immigration and Republican Rhetoric</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">18:40 Political Hypocrisy and Genocide</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">20:59 Hurricanes and Conspiracy Theories</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">22:48 Infrastructure Failures and Social Inequality</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">29:08 Media Ventures and New Projects</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">30:57 Upcoming Book and Final Thoughts</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"> If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">About Bob Gatty</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com and is now available on Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble and other outlets. Paperback: $11; Hardcover: $24. Digital version coming soon. Here's a direct link: https://amzn.to/4eK8ghZ</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">______________________</span></p>