Dear Reader,
Kamala Harris is not messing around. In the last few weeks before the election, she’s playing her hand. And it’s aimed right at Black men—one of the most critical voting blocks out there.
- Harris’ Opportunity Agenda offers 1 million forgivable loans, up to $20,000, to Black entrepreneurs to fuel small business growth.
- She’s pushing for federal marijuana legalization, opening opportunities for Black men to participate in the booming industry.
- Harris aims to protect Black investors in cryptocurrency markets through a regulatory framework, while also boosting job training and mentorship programs.
Her latest proposal? An “Opportunity Agenda.” It’s all about giving Black entrepreneurs a shot at real wealth. Not just survival. Thriving.
Here’s the plan:
1 million forgivable loans. Up to $20,000 each. That’s a big number. But it’s a bigger deal for the people it’s targeting—Black business owners. The kind of folks who’ve been left out for far too long.
“This isn’t about getting by. It’s about getting ahead,” says her campaign. They’re backing it up with loans from community-oriented banks, mission-driven lenders, and the Small Business Administration. It’s not just talk—it’s real money. For real people.
Harris is also zeroing in on industries like marijuana. It’s already booming, and she’s promising to legalize it federally. That’s a huge step beyond the Biden administration’s current position. The big idea? Black men, who’ve been over-policed for marijuana for years, should have the same opportunities to succeed in this new market.
And let’s not forget crypto. Harris knows Black Americans are heavily invested in digital assets. Over 20% have owned cryptocurrency at some point. So, she’s promising a framework that will protect them in this space. Regulation to stop the rug pulls, the frauds, and give people a fair shot.
But it’s not just about money. She’s also pushing for job training, mentorships, and programs that help Black men enter high-demand industries. It’s about creating wealth and opportunities that last—long after the election dust settles.
Harris’ timing is critical. She’s up against Trump. And while polls show most Black voters are behind her, Trump’s making inroads. He’s picked up more Black support than Biden did at this point in 2020. Harris is trying to close that gap. Fast.
Her strategy? Show that Trump talks big but delivers little. She’s tying him to Project 2025—a hard-right agenda that wants to slash education and Medicaid funding. And Trump? He’s trying to distance himself, but the damage is done.
This is Harris’ last push. Will it be enough? We’ll find out soon.
The Morning Muster
