Black Women Make Big (Blue) Waves. Again.

By Rev. Rochelle Andrews, MBA, M.Div. After a disappointing loss in 2024 where more than 92% of Black Women voted for the candidate that was for the common good of the country, many Black Women said they were retiring from carrying this country on their backs. There were articles criticizing Black Women for making such statements, declaring that it was irresponsible to say we need a rest. What many failed to understand was that taking a rest did not mean abandoning the work. 2025 found hundreds of thousands of Black Women losing their jobs. The new administration declared any job with Women of color no matter how qualified to be a DEI hire and dismantled thousands of programs and jobs. How did Black Women respond? We stepped up to run for more offices where we can be the decision makers. Not an easy feat in a country where despite our educational levels we still have to fight for respect in our homes, churches and jobs.

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