As a progressive I want people to evolve. To me it’s clear that Bloomberg needs to sit with his supporters and critics, listen to their concerns, and share whether and how he rejects and regrets his past comments and actions. We ask this of every campaign; he is no exception.
As counsel for #WeSaidEnough I hear from supporters and critics when a candidate’s history comes up. Voters must see these issues taken seriously on the highest stage. A candidate being held accountable may not change my mind about them - but it should change them for the better.
That is a key goal of advocacy: state your case and test someone who wants your vote to be accountable to you when they need you (not wait til you need them). Everyone in modern politics is facing a reckoning on race, gender, equality; many are progressing. That’s a good thing!
While some people will vote blue no matter who, others will never vote for someone with a bad record on race, gender, equality issues that caused real harm. That’s vital for us to see as well. We have to land on who we are and who we want to uplift with our blood sweat and tears.
Last but certainly not least, for those who have been upset and retraumatized by some of the images, stories, and revelations signal boosted this week, love and light to you. You are not alone and If you speak I hope we all hear you without judgement. ♥️✌🏽
