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Well, in my opinion, here is the biggest problem with what you seem to be implying. Generally, around 25% of black Americans receive government social aid (welfare, food stamps, etc.). This goes hand in hand with the fact that 25% of blacks fall below the poverty line. This means that 75% of blacks receive no government social aid.

Now also note that in the average political election, roughly 40% of eligible black voters go out and vote. It has been shown overwhelmingly that higher and medium income blacks are significantly more likely to vote than lower income blacks. Being as such, the majority of the 40% who vote come from the upper and middle income bracket.

Thus, most black voters are not voting for personal handouts or “crumbs”. If they are voting for handouts, they are voting to give handouts to those low income blacks who are typically apathetic to voting out of a flawed sense of compassion and social consciousness.

But I think that the biggest reason for the high tendency to vote Democrat is general perception. Blacks generally perceive Republicans as antagonistic toward them.

Interesting analysis, but I stick by my original assertion.

First, it’s a sad commentary that only 40% of Blacks bother to vote and inform themselves of the issues. Sorry, but anybody can read a paper, look at their circumstances, and come to a conclusion. After 40-50 years, you’d think the Black Community would have a clue about their plight under the Dems. In fact, I think White Liberals love this ignorance of their Black subordinates.

Secondly, If Blacks have the perception that the GOP has been antagonistic against them; they are woefully ignorant of history, or just plain stupid! Do you think Blacks know what the party votes in the 1964 Civil Rights Act were? Do you think they understand that most Dems in the House and Senate voted against this legislation? Do you think they understand most Republicans voted for it?

Do you think Blacks are drawing any perceptions the way Rep. James Clyburn is being shoved back to the bottom of the House Dem leadership, in favor of the White Steny Hoyer? Sorry, but for Blacks to ignore this means they are comfortable in their current position, or they’re stupid.

Again, if 95% of Blacks vote for this Liberal agenda, time and time again, whether they receive it or not means nada! They are encouraging their fellow Blacks to live in this subservient environment.