Black Lives Matter Diversion
The protests across the country ignited an interest in the lives of Black people. It also revitalized a dead movement, Black Lives Matter (BLM). Never one to miss a wave BLM has jumped into the forefront of the protestors. However, this is a sleight of hand. BLM masquerades as though it’s a movement for change for Black people. However, it’s a confusion tactic controlled by the dominant society to derail Black people. BLM goes out into protests and garners the attention of major news outlets—giving its leaders platforms. However, from here, the leaders begin proposing for other groups and talking about their feelings. More importantly, nothing specific is mentioned for Black people. This is where the confusion comes into play. Black people are protesting for change in our treatment. If you have protestors requesting things from the politicians, and the politicians yield to the demand, it halts the momentum of the protest. However, as aforementioned, BLM isn’t requesting anything ...