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  • Your Voice: What are your impressions of Presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s recent outreach to Black Men and Black People?

    Your Voice: What are your impressions of Presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s recent outreach to Black Men and Black People?

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    Jonathan Oliver

    South Fulton

    “Unfortunately, it may be too late for her campaign. There are some things that I wouldn’t be inclined to support, and some other things that the measures are not specific enough to meet the needs and wants of black men as a whole. She waited a long time to address what black men want and need. And I’m sure she’s afraid to step on the grenade doing something that is going to benefit black people specifically. Although black people are in a specific and unique position financially in America, and that’s probably what’s most on people’s minds is our finances and our families.”

    Timothy Hood

    Smyrna

    “It may be considered to be pandering, but isn’t that a part of the political structure? She has to offer something to those seeking to vote for her. I believe that, based on her history in the criminal justice system, we need criminal justice reform for black men. I would consider that primary because she specializes in that particular industry. So, all in all, we are looking at the political system and process underway. We should not be shocked by her campaigning to black men. And, you know, we all can vote for whomever we believe in.”

    Brian Christian

    Mableton

    “This whole thing about attacking Kamala for black men who don’t have a good impression of her, I think, is nonsense. We’re the flavor of the week right now. You’ll be talking about something else next week. I think it’s an insult for you to try to jump on top of Black men and change your mindset. I think Kamala is about as black as they come. And she has a solid base. I think that she would do a lot for this country.”

    Tony Cade

    Challenges Games and Comics, Tucker

    “The outreach is a positive thing. One thing people don’t get is that a president is not a king or queen. You may want to do something but still have to pass it through the House of Representatives and the Senate. So, anything that a politician offers you, you have to take it with a grain of salt. But I’m up for anything that will improve economic standpoints.”

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  • Your Voice: Even though it’s early, the Atlanta Falcons are having a surprisingly good start. How far do you think they will make it this season?

    Your Voice: Even though it’s early, the Atlanta Falcons are having a surprisingly good start. How far do you think they will make it this season?

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    Sumarey Scott

    Decatur

    “I think that the Falcons are, surprisingly, showing us a different side of them this year. But you know how they like to call this the flop kings. And so, what I’m saying is I think they will surprise everybody this year and we might go all the way. I’m a Dirty Bird for the rest of my life, so I pray that we will be in the Super Bowl this year. So, I’m going to say yes.”

    William Adams

    Decatur

    “I think the Falcons are going to go all the way, you know, they are doing pretty good. I mean, they started slow, but they are going to make the playoffs. So, you know, go Falcons. I mean they lost the game to Pittsburgh in which Pittsburgh is a good team. You have got to look and see who they lost to. They went up to Philly and handled their business there, so they were doing pretty good. They aren’t going to win them all, now. I mean you’ve got to remember that Kansas City is pretty good. But they aren’t to lose to any ‘scrubs’ now. But I think they are going to do good.”

    Johnny Dent

    Stone Mountain

    “I think if I could have a great chance to reach the playoffs. The Super Bowl is something else. But I think they have a great chance of reaching the playoffs and doing well there. It would be a blessing for them to get to the second round. That’s the goal I think the Falcons should focus on. [This season] I think they got a better-seasoned quarterback, they got a better offensive line, they got better receivers. I think they need to work more on the defensive line. The cornerbacks are good. And I think once the chemistry gets tighter, they will have built a better team, and they exemplified that when they played the Kansas City Chiefs.”

    Brent Felix

    Decatur

    “I think that the Falcons might make it to the Super Bowl, but I would be more confident if the players’ lineup stayed more consistent for a longer number of years. I think that maybe they need a stronger coaching staff and also build more confidence in the players to stay longer by having a stronger coaching staff.”

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  • Your Voice: After her successful performance at the Presidential debate, what would you like to see Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris do next?

    Your Voice: After her successful performance at the Presidential debate, what would you like to see Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris do next?

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    Tristan Fuller

    Atlanta

    “I would rather see Kamala Harris just keep campaigning, and I don’t want to see a mudslinging competition. I’d rather see them double down or whatever they believe in this campaign and do it straightforwardly. Because I don’t think there is a point to a mudslinging contest. We already know who each person is. We know the bad and the good. And now I’m just worried about the policies and what they will do when they get into office.”

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    Marvin Nesbitt

    Stone Mountain

    “What I think she needs to do now because she’s not going to probably not want to get another debate, I think it’s important for her to continue to put herself out there as much as possible with one-on-one interviews so that the American public get a chance to hear who she is and learn more about her, understand the position on policies. I think that, for the most part, most people have already decided who they’re going to vote for. But a small fraction of Americans are still trying to decide. I think for those individuals, it’s important that she continues to educate them on who she is, what she’s all about, and what her policies are… The margins are so small right now, and every little vote will count.”

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    Promised Gourdet

    Atlanta

    “Kamala has to have town hall meetings. She must put herself one-on-one with undecided people. I don’t think she has to worry about people who have decided too much. But those who are undecided have questions about her policies, her record, and what she did in California. She should be able to answer those questions for those people. They want to talk about her work in California. I know a lot of people are on the fence about her incarceration policies out in California. People would like to know her policies, in general, outside of Joe Biden and the Biden administration; how she will step forth as a president and be a leader instead of a supporter.”

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    Robert Ross

    Atlanta

    “I think Vice President Harris should continue doing what she is doing now, which I’m not saying anything and I believe that it’s important to do that because unlike President Trump, who can say whatever he wants to say, he still has the same people behind him, the people backing him. He can even go further into creating things, and they’ll support him. Vice President Harris, right now, has the advantage of having a unified party. By not saying anything, she’s not alienating anyone; therefore, everyone can continue to be behind her. We should start seeing specific things. She can run the risk of splitting the party, which we don’t need right now. That’s it.”

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    Lavashoin Lowery

    Atlanta

    “I think Kamala should keep doing what she’s doing. She should stay away from being polarizing. She should address everybody and keep smiling. It makes her more inviting. Another debate is warranted. She sounded very poised. She’s not polarizing and making sure the party is unified. She’s a spectacular candidate because she’s very inclusive. Like I said, I know the media, from the other standpoint, is trying to make her seem facetious because she smiles and laughs a lot. But it, to me, is very inviting and allows many people to come in. And she should do it. She will keep her statements non-polarizing and ensure the party is unified.”

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  • Your Voice: When it comes to mental health, what is your opinion on therapy and its importance to the Black Community?

    Your Voice: When it comes to mental health, what is your opinion on therapy and its importance to the Black Community?

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    Fredrick Hope Jr.

    Atlanta

    “I feel like it’s very much needed, especially in my community where we deal with a lot of crap, a lot of poverty, a lot of trauma, and a lot of gun violence. I mean, there’s a lot of negativity to me. I’m 44 years old, and just from my upbringing, man, I have witnessed over 300-400 kids that have died, and so, you know, I’m traumatized myself. I definitely know I need to be in some therapy just for the line of work I do. I’m a Violence Interrupter for an organization called Cure Violence Atlanta.”

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  • Your Voice: What was your initial reaction to Biden pulling out of the campaign, and what do you want to see happen next?

    Your Voice: What was your initial reaction to Biden pulling out of the campaign, and what do you want to see happen next?

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    Vice President Kamala Harris embraces President Joe Biden in Raleigh, N.C., March. 26, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)

    Bernita Lawrence

    Conyers

    “I was upset that he dropped out of the race. [But] I woke up today with a different outlook because I don’t like a quitter, and I wouldn’t say I liked the fact that the Democrats were not being unified like the Republicans. But I wanted Kamala to be at the top of the ticket in the future, and now she is. I do feel encouraged today with Kamala at the top of the ticket. So, I’m looking forward to the first black female president. I do hope that she does unify the country.”

    Douglas Johnson

    College Park

    “I was happy he dropped out, but I’m stuck with who will replace him. I’m all for Black women. Let’s get together and uplift and empower our Black women. But I don’t think she’s authentic. I’ve been reading a lot of your articles where she kept black men [locked up] and incriminated a lot of black men that she could have helped them. I wish it were somebody like Joe that was more authentic. At one point, she was claiming she was Indian and not necessarily black. To me, it’s no different than what Trump is doing. I don’t want him. I know he doesn’t like us, but she pretends she is for us only for her cause. That’s what she’s done her whole life.”

    Lorene Hill

    Newnan

    “I believe it will be an interesting race because One, she’s Black. Two, she’s a woman. Third, there was still some controversy about how she was as a D.A. On the other hand, Trump has a lot of followers, but in my opinion, he’s a cult leader. [I hope] people get out and vote for who [they feel is] their best person that they think will take care of our country.”

    Marc Smith

    Atlanta

    “I was relieved because I was really for Biden and his family and relieved that maybe there’s a chance of beating Trump. I hope that Kamala gets the nomination, that she wins, and that people accept that you can have a female president. It’d be great to have the first black female president. I mean, we’re in peril. We’re in a moment of crisis. And she’s running against a guy that has 34 felonies. So, I don’t know how that’s a choice.”

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  • Your Voice: What was your initial reaction to the assassination attempt on Republican candidate Donald Trump?

    Your Voice: What was your initial reaction to the assassination attempt on Republican candidate Donald Trump?

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    Beverly Baker

    Atlanta

    “My initial reaction was it was an inside job. I believe that the shooter and also the victim were part of Donald Trump’s plan. This is just a derailment to get off the subject of what he’s facing, and I truly believe it is an inside job. I do. I believe it was an inside job until I see proof that this man was not part of a plan.”

    Omari Stennet

    Covington

    “I think it was absurd. I think it was uncalled for. I’m not a big fan of politics like that. I’m not even a big fan of Donald Trump. However, he’s for the people from listening to Donald Trump and what he represents and speaks about. And all he wanted to do was the right thing. So I don’t I don’t want him to get killed. I don’t want anybody to get killed. But, you know, I thought it was absurd. And I’m more than grateful that he survived. And I wish the best for him. I don’t want anything to happen to Donald Trump. And that’s my answer. It’s good.”

    Francesca Lowe

    Fayetteville

    “I didn’t believe it. I didn’t know what was going on. I didn’t hear about it. My coworker just told me. And the first thing that came to mind was that it was staged. It was not real to provoke sympathy or empathy. I’m not sure which one. That’s it.”

    Roger Williams

    Atlanta

    “My first reaction to what happened to Trump is that I believe the government set it up because a real sniper is not going to miss; if they wanted to shoot you, they would have shot you. A real sniper is not going to miss. I think it was politically set up for him to get more votes, get more attention, and for him to make history because he was almost assassinated. I mean, it’s all publicity.”

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  • Your Voice: Should the President have immunity from criminal prosecution for any laws they commit while he or she is in office as Donald Trump asserts?

    Your Voice: Should the President have immunity from criminal prosecution for any laws they commit while he or she is in office as Donald Trump asserts?

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    India Chapman

    Conyers

    “Essentially, I think anybody should be held accountable for their actions. It doesn’t matter if you’re a world leader or just some ‘Joe Blow’ on the street. I think, especially if you’re a world leader. Yeah, I know that… there are technicalities and the argument can be made that [he may have to make a critical decision and he can’t be concerned about the legalities of it.] And I think that’s completely BS, to be honest, because at any point you need to be held accountable for your actions, especially if you are a world leader. So my short answer is yes, he should be, held accountable no matter what, no matter who you are.”

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