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Originally posted by HolyWarrior:
So, Timber, you think all blacks should be leftist Democrats?
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No. Rich ones need not be.
But, generally, yes. And, I'm not saying this is GOOD, I'm just saying that if they want to maximize what they get from the government they would be Dems. Dems *love* (generally) to throw money at public aid and welfare programs. Sorry, but the sad truth is that a higher percentage of minorities live in poverty than whites.
So, if these poor minority members were to do the most selfish thing, they would, IMHO, vote democratic - it benefits them more. Repugs, on the other hand, increase prison sentences and get tough on crime (the vast majority of prison inmates are black males) and (generally) cut welfare / workfare / welfare-to-work spending.
Somehow, the Repugs have put on a good minority face, though, and convinced a fair percentage of minorities that they represent their interests. They did this with blacks in the last election, btw, by touching on the "family values" connection they felt they shared with the black community (as evidenced in advice they got from black civic leaders and ministers).
Just some musings.