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Why Black Woman Must Learn the Intricate Dance of Race and Gender in Modern Leadership
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This episode unpacks monumental moments like Mexico's inaugural woman president and the significance of a mixed-race Black woman running for the U.S. presidency. The challenges faced by political figures like Kamala Harris are front and center, as Karen & Brittany tackle perceptions and the crucial role of shared democratic responsibilities. They discuss the complex interplay of gender, race, and age in politics, spotlighting the hurdles women of color face in leadership and the tension between hyper-individualism and collective interests, especially within the Black community, where political views can spark familial strife, even among MAGA supporters. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how personal identity and politics are inextricably linked, urging us to connect over shared values while embracing our diverse perspectives.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
- Kamala Harris is being held to the same old double standard (The Conversation)
- Harris’ Fox News interview revealed an ugly double standard in the media (MSNBC)
- Why are Black men mad at Obama? (Brookings)
- The State of Black Women Leadership Is In Danger (NonProfit Quarterly)
- When an organization is failing, Black women leaders are evaluated more negatively than Black men, white women or white men. (Harvard)
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Chapters
1. Why Black Woman Must Learn the Intricate Dance of Race and Gender in Modern Leadership (00:00:00)
2. Election Politics and Media Literacy (00:00:32)
3. Gender, Race, Politics, & Election Impact (00:19:45)
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