Flashback: Former KY State Sen. Georgia Powers Warned Not to Be Fooled by Rand Paul

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In recent years, the political landscape has seen a significant shift, with more emphasis on minority outreach and inclusion. This post takes a deep dive into the actions and words of one such politician, who has been increasingly active in reaching out to African Americans. We will critically examine his stance on critical issues such as the Civil Rights Act, the Fair Housing Act, and the Voting Rights Act, among others. We will also look into his voting record, highlighting his opposition to policies that are seen as key to advancing the African American community. In doing so, we aim to shed light on the importance of earning the community’s trust, not just seeking their support. Let’s delve in!

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Minority Outreach and the GOP

Anointing himself liaison for GOP minority outreach, he’s been knocking on doors of African Americans with increasing frequency, unabashedly seeking support for the GOP and presumably his budding presidential aspirations.

Trust, Support, and the African American Community

I support every political party’s efforts at inclusion, a core goal of the civil rights struggle for which I and many other Kentucky leaders fought. African Americans fought long and hard for the right to economic, legal, political and social inclusion.

Unmasking the Politician

But Sen. Paul is forgetting a critical concept: You must earn our community’s trust and support. We don’t give it freely. We especially don’t give it to leaders who shake our hands while spitting in our faces.

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