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Saturday, November 7, 2020
Racism is a central element of the Donald Trump presidency. It’s no wonder African Americans in particular are celebrating Joe Biden’s victory in the American election. CNN commentator Van Jones can’t hold back tears of relief in front of the cameras.
Four years with Donald Trump in the White House were tough to bear, especially for black Americans and those with immigration backgrounds. Racism, which the president of the United States has repeatedly openly supported, has cost him many nerves. This was made very clear when black CNN host Van Jones was asked to comment on Joe Biden’s win. “Well it’s easier to be a parent this morning. It’s easier to be a parent,” he said, struggling to find the words, a clearly audible lump in his throat and on the verge of tears. “It’s easier to tell your kids that a person’s character doesn’t matter.”
All the major American media outlets had recently declared Biden the winner of the election. With him, if nothing comes up, Kamala Harris will move into the White House as the first female vice president. Harris is also the first woman of color to be number two in the state. The beaten Trump does not want to acknowledge the result.
Jones, who had served as an adviser to the Obama administration and now comments on everyday political affairs for CNN from a liberal’s perspective, added that Biden’s election will make the lives of many people, “especially minorities,” more comfortable. in United States. “If you are Muslim, you no longer have to worry that the president doesn’t want you here,” Jones said. “If you are an immigrant, you no longer have to worry about the president being happy when your children are taken from you.”
“This is a good day for our country”
In January 2017, shortly after moving into the White House, Trump enforced an entry ban on Muslims from various countries as one of his first official acts. The suspected illegal immigrants from Central and South America were housed in cage-like detention centers under Trump, sometimes with their children. In the case of 545 children still in the United States, the US authorities no longer know where the parents went after their deportation.
“This is very important to us just so we can find some peace and have a chance to start over,” said the TV commentator as he fought back tears. The news is a joy to many who have suffered, Jones said. “This is a good day for our country.”
The 52-year-old political scientist also addressed the death of George Floyd. “I can’t breathe It wasn’t just George Floyd. There are a lot of people who think they can’t breathe, “Jones said. Saying,” I can’t breathe, “African American Floyd pleaded with a white policeman for his life as he knelt on his neck for minutes. Floyd died, his death sparked protests massive.
