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Next week, I will be using my platform to amplify other voices that support and engage with me. It's crucial to me because I've noticed some well-known DEI figures framing narratives with singular certainty, overlooking vital aspects like the impact of anti-Black bias on DEI efforts. Blaming practitioners, sending out missives that miss key factors, and diluting the work to an "all lives matter" (though all lives do matter, not all those lives are similarly situated) approach disregards the diverse challenges we face. To combat intellectual narcissism, I'm exploring and showcasing alternative perspectives. Meet Mike Green, Co-founder of Common Ground Conversations on Race in America, with his wife, Emily. Mike is a historian with deep knowledge of how our past impacts our present. Our recent discussion delved into the significant differences in voting patterns between white and Black women. This topic is particularly relevant with the upcoming election, which could potentially set women's rights back by decades. Why do around 35-40% of white women support policies that could regress women's rights? Mike Green and I tackle this question in our conversation. His deep historical understanding sheds light on the complexities influencing our present circumstances. Click the link below to listen to our insightful discussion. Karen Fleshman, Esq., your perspective on our dialogue would be invaluable. #commonground #voting #womensrights

Your platform, including your LinkedIn presence, is part of your power. How are you using that power? Tonight I'm joining a call for content creators of all backgrounds hosted by Win With Black Women about how best to put our power to use as this unprecedented election season progresses. REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/3Wo34bl And guess what? If you post to LinkedIn, then you, my friend, are a content creator. #useyourplatform #leadershipinaction #yourlinkedinpresence

White Women’s Vote: A Chilling Reminder of Political Responsibility 💬🗳️ After everything Donald Trump has said, done, and even mimed on stage, how is it possible that this country reelected him? The simple answer is that white women voted against their own best interests — again. For decades, white women have consistently chosen “protection” over progress, aligning themselves with the status quo rather than embracing real change. Despite his convictions and harmful rhetoric, many still feel safer with Trump in office. White women’s advancements have largely been a result of the Civil Rights movement, yet Black women continue to shoulder the responsibility for every election. If you’re shocked by Kamala Harris' loss, it’s important to ask why white women continue to resist supporting women, especially women of color. Over the next four years, white women, when things don’t go as planned, your silence will be felt. Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes. #WhiteWomenForTrump #KamalaHarris #Election2024 #BlackWomenLead #WomensRights #PoliticalAccountability #ProtectBlackWomen #SilenceIsComplicity #LeadershipMatters #DiversityAndInclusion #SocialChange #DemocracyInCrisis #WomenInPolitics

Vote for Your Daughter isn’t just for parents—it’s for everyone. Voting with our daughters’ futures in mind is a collective duty. Whether you’re a parent, sibling, friend, or neighbor, our choices at the ballot box affect the opportunities, rights, and futures of all the young women in our lives. We all have a role in shaping a world where every girl can thrive. When we vote, we vote for the future of our entire community. Let’s come together and make sure that the future is bright. Learn more about Vote For Your Daughter at #voteforyourdaughter

Ojo Asé: Black Women Answering the Call is a multifaceted, intergenerational national campaign that centers Black women’s invaluable contributions to American democracy. In yet another pivotal election year, Black women continue to answer the call to ensure that the promises of our democracy are fully realized. Campaign Goals: - Uplift and recognize Black women leaders in the democracy space. - Recruit Black women to serve as nonpartisan poll monitors on November 5, 2024. - Equip voters with nonpartisan resources to provide voter education and increase voter turnout. Get Involved: -Become a Poll Monitor– Defend democracy with Election Protection by serving as a poll monitor in your community. -Nominate Black Woman Voting Rights Champions In Your Network– Help us uplift the stories of the Black women defending our democracy by nominating someone in your network. Nomination process opens August 2024. -Know Your Rights– Learn more about nonpartisan voting rights resources and empower voters in your community. To learn more about the campaign, visit: https://lnkd.in/e3FyNrsZ

In October, Fredrikson partnered with the Minnesota Business Partnership and the Minnesota Chapters of the National Association of Corporate Directors and Women Corporate Directors to host a fireside chat with Commissioner Mark Uyeda of the SEC and a panel of distinguished Minnesota-based general counsels. Read the key takeaways by Fredrikson attorneys Liz Dunshee and Alexander Rosenstein: https://bit.ly/4gozM4O

This election season, the focus on combating misogynoir—where anti-Blackness and misogyny intersect—has intensified. I was grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this important Forbes piece by the always brilliant Janice Gassam Asare, Ph.D. She highlights that Black women, especially in political spaces, often face disproportionate scrutiny and dehumanizing narratives. We must dismantle harmful stereotypes, uplift Black voices, and promote diverse, inclusive media coverage. Advocacy for systemic change, from online activism to policy reforms, is essential to combat these biases, not just during elections but beyond, to foster a more just society. #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Misogynoir #ElectionSeason #SocialJustice

We’re less than a week away from a pivotal election, and Black women across the U.S. are leading the charge for transformative change!!! From Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign to key local races, Black women are showing up in powerful ways for their communities. To help voters across the board, Higher Heights for America is highlighting the candidates from the 2024 #BlackWomenRun Database. This resource lets you explore Black women running for office at all levels, ensuring you’re informed and ready when you step into the voting booth. Take three quick steps to make a difference: 1. Check out the Black women candidates in the #BlackWomenRun Database. 2. Screenshot and share on social media, tagging @higherheights4. 3. Encourage three friends to explore the database too! When Black women lead, we all benefit. Let’s amplify their voices and vision this election! #BlackWomenRun #Vote2024 #Massachusetts #RepresentationMatters #LeadershipMatters

We’re less than a week away from a pivotal election, and Black women across the U.S. are leading the charge for transformative change!!! From Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign to key local races, Black women are showing up in powerful ways for their communities. To help voters across the board, Higher Heights is highlighting the candidates from the 2024 #BlackWomenRun Database. This resource lets you explore Black women running for office at all levels, ensuring you’re informed and ready when you step into the voting booth. Take three quick steps to make a difference: 1. Check out the Black women candidates in the #BlackWomenRun Database. 2. Screenshot and share on social media, tagging @higherheights4. 3. Encourage three friends to explore the database too! When Black women lead, we all benefit. Let’s amplify their voices and vision this election! #BlackWomenRun #Vote2024 #Massachusetts #RepresentationMatters #LeadershipMatters

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