This latest episode of racist remarks from politicians speaks to the deeper issue of anti-Blackness in the Latino community, and it’s not an isolated incident.
, the need for political alliances —especially between Black and Latino communities — is as great as it’s ever been. Coming together politically would help combat the disturbing anti-democratic trends from the extreme right, which means such alliances are necessary if this country is to become an inclusive and fully representative democracy. But recent news out of Los Angeles illustrates that such idealistic calls for unity for now remain just that: idealistic.
The need for political alliances—especially between Black and Latino communities — is as great as it’s ever been.Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez referred to a gay councilmember’s Black son as a “changuito,” Spanish for “monkey.” Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo, two other Latino councilmembers, were a part of that conversation, which also included homophobic comments and even derogatory comments about other Latinos in Los Angeles.
The day after the recording was published, Martinez, in a statement, said: “I ask for forgiveness from my colleagues and from the residents of this city that I love so much. In the end, it is not my apologies that matter most; it will be the actions I take from this day forward. I hope that you will give me the opportunity to make amends." She resigned her position
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