Here's How Both Presidential Candidates Hope To Win Over Black Voters

Here's How Both Presidential Candidates Hope To Win Over Black Voters

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With two weeks until the election, Trump and Biden are vying for Black American votes. They present contrasting plans: Trump's Platinum Plan and Biden's Lift Every Voice. On criminal justice, Trump focuses on hiring rehabilitated individuals, while Biden aims to decriminalize cannabis. In education, Trump supports school choice, and Biden advocates for universal pre-kindergarten. Biden's COVID-19 plan includes rent freezes and student debt relief, while Trump's plan lacks COVID-19 specifics. Ice Cube's contract with Black America influences both campaigns, though he endorses neither. Black voter support varies, with social media and ads playing significant roles. Some Republicans, like Michael Steele, back Biden, reflecting diverse political dynamics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key differences between Trump's and Biden's plans for criminal justice?

Trump wants to decriminalize cannabis use.

Biden wants to increase hiring of rehabilitated individuals.

Biden wants to close failing schools.

Trump wants to increase hiring of rehabilitated individuals.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Biden propose for education in his plan?

Cancel student loan debt.

Increase school vouchers.

Close failing schools.

Universal Pre-kindergarten for all three and four year olds.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Ice Cube's stance regarding the use of his contract with Black America in Trump's plan?

He did not endorse either plan.

He endorsed Biden's plan.

He criticized both plans.

He endorsed Trump's plan.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Black men supported Trump in the 2016 election?

14%

20%

2%

50%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction to rapper 50 Cent's social media post supporting Trump?

It was ignored.

It was widely praised.

It was criticized for overlooking Trump's past actions.

It led to increased support for Trump.