is is a tragic example of the upheaval and conflict that arises in the wake of government attempts to bring about social change through race-craft—politicians stoking racial grievances to earn more votes for themselves. It is a timely warning of the potential harm that could result from race-based electioneering, such as Kamala Harris’ plan to “plan to empower Black men as she tries to energize them to vote for her.” She has promised to give “forgivable business loans for Black entrepreneurs” of up to $1 million, and “to ensure that Black men have opportunities to participate as a national cannabis industry takes shape.”
Again state intervention proves to be more harm than good.