POLICY OVER PARTY
Our philosophy is straightforward: Policy Over Party. We believe that progress for Black communities will not stem from blind loyalty to any political party, but from championing policies that directly address our needs and aspirations. Aligning with a party without demanding accountability has hindered many of our neighborhoods, resulting in broken schools, stalled economic development, and weakened family structures. Instead, we advocate for solutions that prioritize education reform, economic empowerment, community safety, and cultural preservation—regardless of political affiliations. Our commitment is to advance our community, guided by policies that empower individuals and strengthen neighborhoods.
This policy platform reflects a commitment to empowering Black communities through self-reliance, economic growth, and the development of safe and thriving neighborhoods. The policies outlined aim to tackle systemic challenges while promoting responsibility, innovation, and long-term solutions.
1. Entrepreneurship Support:
- Expand access to small business loans and micro-financing tailored to Black entrepreneurs.
- Reduce bureaucratic and regulatory hurdles for small businesses, especially in underserved communities.
Introduce tax incentives for businesses that invest in Black neighborhoods and hire local talent.
Workforce Development:
- Invest in job training programs aligned with high-demand industries like technology, renewable energy, and healthcare.
- Promote trade schools, apprenticeships, and certification programs as viable alternatives to traditional college pathways
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2. Education Reform
School Choice:
- Advocate for policies that empower parents to choose the best education for their children, including charter schools, private schools, and homeschooling.
- Expand school voucher programs and tax credits for educational expenses.
Improving Public Schools:
- Demand higher accountability and performance standards for public schools in underserved areas.
- Ensure funding transparency and eliminate wasteful spending to prioritize student outcomes.
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3. Strengthening Families and Communities
Support for Families:
• Encourage programs that promote two-parent households and marriage incentives.
• Advocate for mentorship and fatherhood initiatives to strengthen family bonds and role models in the community.
• Mandate Home Economics back in Public Schools
Community Safety:
4. Criminal Justice Reform
Accountable and Transparent Policing
• Adequately trained police/ management in our communities.
• Police officers from the community.
• Civilian Complaint Review Boards
• Support community-based policing strategies to rebuild trust between law enforcement and Black communities.
• Invest in youth outreach programs and gang prevention initiatives to reduce crime and increase opportunities for at-risk youth.
Fair and Balanced Sentencing:
- Push for reforms to address racial disparities in sentencing while maintaining public safety.
- Promote rehabilitation programs over punitive measures for non-violent offenders.
Re-entry Programs:
- Expand initiatives that help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society through job training, housing support, and mentorship.
5. Healthcare Accessibility and Healthy Living
Affordable Healthcare Options:
- Support free-market healthcare reforms to lower costs and increase competition.
- Expand Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to help families save for medical expenses.
Mental Health Services:
- Increase funding for accessible mental health care in underserved communities.
- Reduce stigma around mental health issues through education and awareness campaigns.
- Healthy Fresh Food Initiatives:
- Incentivize grocery stores and farmers’ markets to establish themselves in food deserts.
- Promote urban agriculture, community gardens, and local co-ops to provide fresh, affordable produce.
- Partner with schools and community centers to educate families on nutrition and healthy meal preparation.
6. Welfare Reform and Economic Independence
Promoting Work and Education:
- Advocate for policies that transition individuals from welfare dependency to stable employment and education opportunities.
- Implement time-limited welfare benefits paired with access to job training and placement programs.
Homeownership Initiatives:
- Expand first-time homebuyer programs and financial literacy workshops to help families build generational wealth.
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7. Cultural and Historical Preservation
Honoring Black Excellence:
- Support initiatives that educate future generations about the successes of historical Black leaders, including Black conservatives.
- Advocate for the preservation of historic Black neighborhoods and landmarks.
- Positive Media Representation:
- Encourage balanced portrayals of Black Americans in media, celebrating stories of entrepreneurship, resilience, and community building.
8. Immigration Policy
Controlled Immigration:
- Advocate for immigration policies that prioritize the economic needs of Black communities.
- Ensure fair access to resources and jobs for current residents.
Border Security:
Support secure borders while promoting humane treatment of migrants.
9. Civic Engagement
Voter Education and Empowerment:
- Promote voter education initiatives to inform Black communities about policies and candidates.
- Encourage active participation in local government and civic organizations to influence decisions affecting their neighborhoods.
10. Faith and Values
Faith-Based Community Programs:
- Partner with churches, mosques, synagogues, and other religious organizations to provide mentorship, addiction recovery, and food security services.
Religious Freedom:
- Advocate for policies that protect the rights of individuals to practice their faith without government interference.
11. Black Homeownership and Property Ownership
Expanding Black Homeownership:
- Advocate for first-time homebuyer assistance programs tailored to Black families.
- Push for financial literacy programs that educate individuals on credit, mortgages, and homeownership.
- Support down payment assistance and lower interest loan programs to make homeownership more accessible.
Protecting Black-Owned Property and Land:
- Fight against predatory lending practices and discriminatory housing policies.
- Promote legal education on property rights to prevent land loss due to tax foreclosures and heirs’ property disputes.
- Support policies that help families retain generational wealth through estate planning and property ownership protections.
Fighting Against Corporate and Bank-Owned Rental Monopolies:
- Push for regulations that prevent banks and large investment firms from buying up residential properties and turning them into high-cost rentals.
- Support policies that prioritize homeownership over corporate land grabs, ensuring local families have the first opportunity to buy available properties.
- Advocate for anti-gentrification measures to protect historically Black neighborhoods from displacement by corporate real estate speculators.
Encouraging Black Investment in Real Estate:
- Develop incentives for Black investors to buy and develop properties in historically Black neighborhoods.
- Support community land trusts that allow Black communities to collectively own and manage properties.
- Promote commercial property ownership to increase Black-owned business spaces and economic development.
Owning property is a key pillar of economic independence, generational wealth, and community stability. Increasing Black homeownership and preventing corporate takeovers of residential land ensures long-term security, economic power, and stronger, self-sustaining communities.
This policy platform emphasizes action over rhetoric and solutions over division. By focusing on education, economic empowerment, community safety, and family values, it seeks to create lasting change that uplifts Black neighborhoods. These policies are designed to empower individuals to take control of their destinies, build generational wealth, and secure a brighter future for the next generation.
