Smith expressed a mix of exhilaration and dread upon Kamala Harris's nomination, feeling the historical weight yet bracing for the evident backlash against Black women.
Smith felt a grim sense of vindication after Harris's defeat and Trump's victory, describing it as not just disappointing, but a visceral blow to Black women.
The narrative within the Black community reflects a growing sentiment to withdraw from national politics and refocus efforts on local engagements and community building.
Smith noted it's emotionally draining to witness how the political landscape seems to disregard the contributions and loyalty of Black women in America.
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