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Democrats Tout State Races, but Party of Diversity Still Refuses to Invest in Black Media  

October 14, 2025

The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) has identified ten key state legislative races to watch in November across Virginia, New Jersey, Minnesota, Mississippi, and Washington, framing them as crucial for expanding Democratic power. Despite DLCC President Heather Williams emphasizing their focus on supporting Democrats in competitive districts, the Democratic Party continues to neglect Black-owned media, including the historic Black Press of America, which has been instrumental in mobilizing support for the party for nearly 200 years. While spotlighting diverse candidates in these races, Democrats are still directing advertising dollars primarily to white-owned media outlets rather than investing in Black media that reaches millions of their core voters weekly.

Who is affected

  • Black-owned media outlets, particularly the Black Press of America
  • Black voters, described as the Democratic Party's most loyal base
  • Democratic candidates in key state legislative races
  • Readers, viewers, and listeners of Black-owned media outlets
  • The Democratic Party's electoral prospects

What action is being taken

  • The DLCC is highlighting ten key state legislative races across multiple states
  • The Democratic Party is continuing to direct advertising dollars primarily to white-owned media outlets
  • The DLCC is supporting specific Democratic candidates in competitive districts including Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger, Theresa Gillespie Isom, Andrea Katz, Anthony Angelozzi, Elizabeth Guzman, Lily Franklin, May Nivar, Jessica Anderson, and Kimberly Pope Adams

Why it matters

  • The Black Press of America has historically been crucial in mobilizing support for civil rights legislation and driving voter turnout
  • The Democratic Party's neglect of Black-owned media may have contributed to decreased Black voter turnout in 2024
  • This neglect potentially cost Democrats the presidency, House, and Senate in 2024
  • The pattern contradicts the party's stated commitment to equity and supporting Black communities
  • Black-owned media reaches millions of potential voters weekly through various platforms

What's next

  • No explicit next steps stated in the article

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