Hakeem Jeffries and Nancy Pelosi: Black Power with White Supervision

The following article, Hakeem Jeffries and Nancy Pelosi: Black Power with White Supervision, was first published on The Black Sphere. During my time at military school, one moment stood out that echoes today’s political theater. While I jokingly declaring “Black Power” during a casual gathering, a higher-ranked white cadet calmly placed his hand over my fist and quipped, “With white supervision.” It was a sharp, humorous reminder of authority dynamics. That moment mirrors the Democratic Party’s leadership, where Nancy Pelosi’s lingering influence overshadows Hakeem Jeffries’ nominal role as House Minority Leader. Pelosi: Still the Shot Caller Nancy Pelosi, House Speaker Emerita, remains a force to reckon with, even after stepping back from formal leadership. Her recent comments criticizing the Biden campaign’s timing and suggesting alternative candidates have ignited frustration among Democrats. While her allies may credit her for orchestrating Biden’s exit from the 2024 race, her public critiques have disrupted party unity. And this tension isn’t just ideological—it’s deeply personal. Members of the Congressional Black Caucus have voiced concerns, albeit anonymously, about Pelosi’s refusal to fully relinquish control. “She needs to take a seat,” one CBC member remarked, highlighting the dissonance between Pelosi’s outsized role and Jeffries’ attempts to lead....