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Global Black Caucus page.

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The Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus (GBC) is made up of DA members of all ethnicities from around the world who are willing and able to advocate on issues important to Black Americans within the United States of America and those living abroad. All DA members are eligible to join the GBC. We advocate for laws, policies, and programs that improve the lives of Black Americans and educate all people on the humanity of Black people.

People of visible African descent have been in what we now know as the United States of America since 1619, long before many ethnic groups who are now considered to be White. Black Americans were essential to building America. Without Black people, the greatness of America would not be possible. Today, Black Americans are in all walks of life and are 13.3% of the American population^[1]. By 2060, the projected black population in the United States will be 74.5 million, with a predicted median black wealth as of 2053 of zero and a current median White wealth of $116,000.

According to the Voter Participation Center, from 2012 to 2016, Black voter turnout dropped by 4.7% overall^[2]. Black voter turnout is essential for Democratic election victories. Therefore, it is necessary for Democrats to identify and focus on those issues close to the hearts of African Americans and other minority voters.  In general, voters do not turn out unless they feel included, listened to, and excited. It is important that Democrats Abroad have a caucus that directly addresses the issues of Black Americans. Thus, the Global Black Caucus will produce and disseminate political content which bears witness to the ever-unfolding international history of the Black American reality. Black Lives Matter!

The purpose of the Global Black Caucus is to provide a forum for all DA members to better understand the issues and concerns affecting Black Americans, to help eliminate unconscious bias within the DA membership and in America, to help engage with Black voters living abroad and ensure that their needs are met within the DA community, and, where needed, to advocate for reforms to political issues. We encourage and facilitate Black Americans abroad to engage, become informed, and exercise their voting franchise. 

Mission Statement

• To support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic[1]
• To support the goals and ideals of the Democratic Party and Democrats Abroad
• To encourage voting in every eligible U.S. election by as many Black Americans abroad and Black Caucus members as possible
• To advocate on issues of concern to Black Americans
• To be a voice for U.S. citizens living abroad
• To support campaigns of Democratic candidates aligned with our interests running for elected office in the U.S.
• To work with other teams within DA to further our joint goals.

DA Global Black Caucus Leadership:

Leedonal Moore | Global Black Caucus Chair, DPCA Voting Rep, Switzerland

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News

Happy Giving Thanks Day

posted by Leedonal Moore | Global Black Caucus Chair, DPCA Voting Rep, Switzerland
November 26, 2021

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Allies and Volunteers, Family and Friends, Democrats Abroad...

I want to wish you a Happy Giving Thanks Day and reassure you that we do have cause to be thankful. We as Black Americans understand clearly the myths that were perpetrated about the first Thanksgiving. Still, we celebrate this day as a day to recall our successes during the year, offer gratitude and spend time with friends and family.

I am very thankful for the warm embrace and support given by the GBC Membership and beyond. I am very thankful to all of the great work which is accomplished every single day by our talented and committed volunteers and I am very grateful to have such an amazing Global Black Caucus Steering Committee, which is spread across the whole world and which brings an infinite resource of knowledge and experience to the table, believing in our GBC-Mission to Build and Strengthen our Community & Inspire African-Americans to cast their fundamental Right To Vote. THANK YOU!

Although November has presented us with some difficult days, the last couple of days have given us some hope for the future of justice in America and expands our faith that more people will realize that Black Lives Matter!

Love and Light

Leedonal (Jazz) Moore

 

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Statement on the Rittenhouse verdict

posted by Leedonal Moore | Global Black Caucus Chair, DPCA Voting Rep, Switzerland
November 21, 2021

Democrats Abroad -  GLOBAL BLACK CAUCUS
Sun. Nov 21, 2021, For immediate release.

While the outcome of the criminal trial of Kyle Rittenhouse is disappointing, it is not a surprise. We have seen this far too often. An armed vigilante acting in self-defense shoots and kills an unarmed person.

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