C. G. Estabrook wrote:
>I think the assertion, taken for granted here, that "the election of Bush would be worse for working-class, poor people and blacks" than that of Gore, is difficult to prove, at best.
Prove how? An employment rate of 50% for black males in NYC under Bush? A lowered percentage of blacks being admitted to secondary and post-secondary educational institutions? How bad does it have to get before you are satisfied?
Under Bush white supremacy has increased dramatically. Can I prove it in some thesis that will get me tenure for life? No, unfortunately that cannot be done. But on the streets and in the neighborhoods it is very apparent.
A convenient out is to ask for a proof that cannot be provided. When no proof is forthcoming, the question is deemed irrelevant and white supremacy continues. You can oppose white supremacy and try to derail it by defeating Bush. Or you can sit on the sidelines, not vote, refuse to get your hands dirty, and watch Bush get re-elected, enabling white supremacy through passivity.
Brian Dauth Queer Buddhist Resister