A search of CSPAN.org of the national conventions for the Democratic and Republican parties provides unique insights into the key themes each party believes will carry them to victory in November. Public health and safety, the economy, and America’s character were the pillars of their respective platforms.
When it comes to supporting HBCUs, many in this country and Black America tend to give lip service or symbolic gestures. The same could be said about Black businesses. Unfortunately, having to many opportunities to attend higher education has come at the expense of HBCUs. Also, there is still a belief that HBCUs have outlived their usefulness and inferior. Unless HBCU administrators, board, and alumni bring a more aggressive approach, these institutions will be a footnote to change rather than the author.
When it comes to supporting HBCUs, many in this country and Black America tend to give lip service or symbolic gestures. The same could be said about Black businesses. Unfortunately, having to many opportunities to attend higher education has come at the expense of HBCUs. Also, there is still a belief that HBCUs have outlived their usefulness and inferior. Unless HBCU administrators, board, and alumni bring a more aggressive approach, these institutions will be a footnote to change rather than the author.