Martin Kush
Jul 11, 2024

"I have wondered if placing a black man on the Democratic ticket was so offensive to some white members that they turned away from the party."

YES! His own party often turned on him because they believed that half white just means a black man, and they could not cope. Thus, no one was groomed after Obama to take his place, knowing full well about Biden.

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Martin Kush
Martin Kush

Written by Martin Kush

Author exploring social justice, the economics of racism, and history. Empowering readers to understand and challenge systemic inequalities.

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