The conservative Republican blogger in D.C. writes: "The Congressional Black Caucus was
formed in 1971 to advocate on behalf of black Americans and hold
lawmakers and the President of the United States accountable for
policies adversely impacting blacks. The CBC is often referred to as the 'conscience of the Congress.' Considering the caucus’ history, it’s shocking CBC Chairman Rep. Emmanuel Cleaver
admitted to the Root [that] the CBC has been reluctant to criticize President
Obama because he’s black. Never mind black unemployment under Obama for
the past three years has been nearly double the national average and hit
a record high of 16% in 2011. Black unemployment hasn’t been that high
since 1984. I guess Cleaver also isn’t concerned black wealth has also
plummeted under Obama. According to Pew Research Center, the average black family’s wealth is about $5,600 compared with $113,000 for whites."
She continues her commentary: "According to Cleaver, 'pride' about the president’s blackness trumps any
concerns over current 14% black unemployment for members of the CBC.
Cleaver said 'if we had a white president we’d be marching around the
White House.' As the CBC celebrates their annual Legislative Conference this week in
DC, it’s more than insulting that Rep. Cleaver can chuckle about the
CBC giving Obama a pass on accountability for his failed agenda with
blacks and all Americans."
More commentary from Ms. Wright: "In 1971, the CBC boycotted [then-President Richard] Nixon’s State of the Union because he
refused to meet with them and sent him a list of 60 policy
recommendations, the link to which has been conspicuously removed from
the CBC website. At least a year ago or two ago it was there. Perhaps
Cleaver removed it because he didn’t want people asking why the CBC
isn’t treating Obama with the same outrage. After all, Obama refused to meet with the CBC until a full year in
office even though 95% of blacks voted for him in 2008. That doesn’t
seem to be the appropriate way to thank your most loyal voting bloc."
Crystal Wright Op-Ed: Black Caucus Chairman Admits Obama’s Blackness Trumps His Failed Record On Blacks' Concerns
