Examining the Shadow of Population Control in Black Abortion Debates

The Walt Blackman Show

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Could the legacy of population control be lurking in the shadows of today's abortion debates within the Black community? Join me, Walt Blackman, as we dissect the sensitive topic, spotlighting historical attempts to curb minority growth and the contentious ideologies of figures like Margaret Sanger. Through this series, our audience bears witness to stark revelations from public figures and delves into the potential long-term effects of past policies. We confront the chilling reality of population control's past and question its impact on the present, especially as we scrutinize the roots of organizations like Planned Parenthood and their recent admissions of a racist foundation.
As our conversation unfolds, we capture the profoundly divided perspectives on reproductive rights from within the African-American community itself. From Louisiana State Senator Katherine Jackson's pro-life stance to Stacey Abrams' pro-choice advocacy, the complexities of this issue are as varied as they are volatile. We're not just recounting history; we are actively engaging with its reverberations in modern times. Our analysis probes whether current abortion statistics could be sculpting African-American demographics and if organizations like Planned Parenthood might still be echoing archaic beliefs. Be sure to tune in for our next Monday's discussion, where we will investigate the political consequences that these issues bring to the forefront of the black community and the nation at large.

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Chapters

1. Examining the Shadow of Population Control in Black Abortion Debates (00:00:00)

2. Blackman Show (00:00:02)

3. Planned Parenthood's Racist Roots (00:12:30)

4. Political Ramifications of Black Abortion (00:19:38)