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Democrats Pour Millions into White Media, But Continue to Starve the Black Press

September 24, 2025

The article criticizes the Democratic Party for abandoning the Black Press while continuing to spend millions on advertising in majority-white media outlets. The author argues this neglect contributed to Democrats losing Black voter support in the 2024 election, despite the Black Press reaching over 30 million people weekly through its network of 200 Black-owned newspapers and media companies. The piece highlights the historical significance of the Black Press in American history, from its founding in 1827 through civil rights movements to the present day, emphasizing its continued relevance.

Who is affected

  • Black Press of America (network of 200 Black-owned newspapers and media companies)
  • Black voters who rely on the Black Press for information
  • Democratic Party (affected by losing Black voter support)
  • Current Black Press journalists (April D. Ryan, Lauren Burke, Sam P.K. Collins)
  • HBCU students who intern and work with the Black Press

What action is being taken

  • Democrats are spending millions on advertising in majority-white outlets while neglecting the Black Press
  • Democrats are running various ad campaigns targeting Republicans (over tariffs, the looming shutdown, Epstein-related attacks)
  • The DNC is conducting a paid campaign in Wisconsin newspapers to attack Elon Musk
  • The DCCC is unleashing national ad campaigns aimed at Latino, Black, and AANHPI voters
  • The Black Press continues to operate and maintain its broadcast "Let It Be Known" despite financial struggles

Why it matters

  • The Black Press has the potential to reach more than 30 million readers weekly
  • The Black Press is approaching its 200th anniversary in 2027, a historic milestone
  • Democrats' abandonment of the Black Press may have contributed to losing Black voter support in the 2024 election
  • The Black Press has historically been vital in documenting and advancing civil rights issues
  • Future elections (2026 and 2028) could see continued Democratic losses if this relationship isn't repaired

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint