I've supported BLM since the beginning, and I support Bernie now. Here's some thoughts...

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7. i can't help but think we're going to see fewer white allies at BLM actions

here's some harsh truth --> contempt is one of the four horsemen of divorce. it works the same way in social movements as it does in marriage.

calling white allies racists and white supremacists is an act of contempt. it sends the message that there's nothing that ally will ever do to get back on track. there can be no solidarity where there's contempt. and be honest -- who even wants to have allies who are willing to put up with contempt. how effective can anyone be who is that self-loathing?

Sanders has responded in the best way possible, laying out his racial justice platform and hiring folks who can help steer his ship. As far as his campaign is concerned, this has actually been good for him.

but in terms of organizing on the ground, it's a disaster. it squares perfectly with the FOX News narrative that white liberals are "the real" racists. so we've got contempt on either side. that's a recipe for a fractured coalition and diminished power going forward.