President Biden made a strong pitch to Black voters in Philadelphia, highlighting his administration’s investments and accomplishments in Black America. In contrast, former President Trump focused on the economy, claiming that African Americans were “getting slaughtered.” The two events underscored the different approaches to Black voter outreach in the lead-up to the 2024 election.
Biden emphasized his record, pointing to reducing the racial wealth gap, investments in historically Black colleges, and appointing the first Black woman to the Supreme Court. However, despite these achievements, Biden is underperforming among Black voters compared to past Democratic benchmarks, raising concerns among party loyalists.
On the other hand, Trump touted his presidency as a period of peace and prosperity, hoping to appeal to Black voters by highlighting pre-inflationary economic conditions. He also focused on issues like immigration, claiming that an influx of migrants was negatively impacting Black and Hispanic populations economically.
Both campaigns face challenges in reaching Black voters effectively. Biden’s struggle lies in translating his accomplishments into tangible improvements in the lives of Black Americans, while Trump aims to reduce the number of Black voters overall or flip some into his column.
As the 2024 election approaches, the battle for Black voter support intensifies, with both campaigns vying to make their case to a crucial demographic that could determine the outcome of the election.