‘Too Late’: Kamala Harris’ New Agenda for African-American Men Reeks of Desperation Say Critics Amid Continued Backlash Over Obama’s Condescending Tone Toward Black Male Voters

On Monday Vice President Kamala Harris rolled out her “Opportunity Agendafor Black Men” that promises to provide them with tools to achieve financial freedom, protect their rights and improve their health. Reactions to her proposal were as divided as the Black electorate, who alternately viewed it as a desperate campaign tactic to win over reticent Black male voters, or sound policy ideas that are responsive to their needs. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the American Federation of Teachers’ 88th National Convention on July 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas. The American Federation of Teachers is the first labor union to endorse Harris for president since announcing her campaign. (Photo by Montinique Monroe/Getty Images) With polls showing a virtual tie with Donald Trump in the presidential race, and softening of support among Black men, Harris has been on a breakneck blitz of Black media and gathering spots over the past two weeks, including “Black Men Huddle Up” events this week in Charlotte, Detroit, Atlanta, and Philadelphia, and her upcoming interview with popular “Breakfast Club” podcast co-host Charlamagne Tha God on Tuesday in Detroit, noted Politico. Her nine-page agenda for Black men includes: Providing 1 million small business loans forgivable up to...