Harris Takes Aim at Trump for ‘Disproportionately’ Harming Black Americans

Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) is calling on Black voters to vote for her and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden in November to make sure their voices are heard.

Harris penned a scathing op-ed published by the Philadelphia Tribune about the way Trump has hurt Black Americans throughout his presidency.

“The Black community understands just how critical this election is — because we are living the consequences of the last election every day,” Harris wrote.

She added, “When it comes to nearly every issue that affects our lives, we have been disproportionately harmed by President 👤Donald Trump and the failures of his administration.”

Harris argued Trump knew how deadly the coronavirus was from the beginning and lied to Americans.

She cited statistics to prove how Black communities have suffered the most.

Harris explained how Black families and businesses had taken a hit because of Trump’s coronavirus response.

According to an April study, 40% of Black-owned businesses shut down while just 17% of white-owned businesses shut down.

She pointed out Black Americans are more likely to be essential workers, and this puts them more at risk of contracting the coronavirus.