Kamala Harris vs Trump ! Why Africans in Diaspora & Home Are Torn Between Both in US 2024 Election

What if Africa’s future depends on the next U.S. election? Why do Africans abroad back Kamala Harris, while many at home cheer for Donald Trump? How would either win impact Africa’s destiny? Stay tuned to uncover the surprising reasons and their potential effects on the continent!

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The 2024 Presidential election in the United States will be historic and consequential. Both candidates are history-making in different ways. Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, is the first woman of African and Asian descent to become the Democratic Party’s nominee, while President Trump won his party’s nomination without participating in any Republic Primary debates.

The question in this video is how would each others different wins affect Africans in general that cut across migration, climate change, economic challenges, homophobic issues. wars, and the shaping of political elections globally.

Talking about Why Africans in the Diaspora Want Kamala Harris to Win and how it will affect them.

1. Representation and Symbolism: Kamala Harris, being of African and Indian descent, represents a powerful symbol of diversity. Her heritage resonates deeply with the African diaspora, offering a sense of representation at the highest level of U.S. government. For many, her candidacy shows progress in breaking racial barriers and highlights the importance of inclusive leadership. This is particularly significant for Africans living in countries where they face racial prejudice or systemic discrimination.
2. Policy on Immigration and Refugee Rights: Harris has consistently supported more humane immigration policies, which are of direct interest to the African diaspora, particularly those seeking residency or asylum in the U.S. Her stance on protecting immigrants from deportation and creating pathways to citizenship is a crucial factor for Africans living abroad, especially underprivileged communities who faced restrictions and challenges during the Trump administration. However, that issue has had inhumane and negative consequences for African descendants when highlighted globally. The most recent example, as it relates to the U.S. presidential election, is former President Trump’s baseless description during his debate with Vice President Harris of Haitian immigrants living in Springfield, Ohio as stealing and eating cats and dogs. Such assertions should be an outrage for everyone, not just African descendants, but should be particularly unifying for African descendants across all countries. So her win will definitely be a win for Africans in diaspora and those aspiring to come to the US.
3. Foreign Aid and Diplomatic Ties: Harris has spoken in favor of strengthening ties between the U.S. and African nations, with a focus on promoting economic development, healthcare, and education. For the diaspora, this indicates potential for increased U.S. aid and support in addressing issues like poverty, corruption, and healthcare crises in Africa, which could benefit family and loved ones back home. so her win is a win for many.
4. Human Rights Advocacy: Harris has a strong track record of championing human rights, both within and outside the U.S. This resonates with Africans in the diaspora who are often vocal about human rights abuses on the continent, from issues like police brutality to corrupt governance, and homophobic attacks . A Kamala Harris presidency is seen as potentially supporting African nations in strengthening democratic institutions and promoting governance reforms.

Talking on Why Many Africans at Home Want Donald Trump to Win
1. Non-Interventionist Foreign Policy: Despite his often-controversial rhetoric, many Africans in their home countries appreciate Trump’s non-interventionist foreign policy. Unlike other U.S. administrations, Trump did not aggressively push for U.S. intervention in African domestic affairs. For Africans, this hands-off approach appeals to those who are wary of Western influence in African politics and development, which some view as neo-colonialism.
2. Economic Pragmatism: Trump’s focus on “America First” and prioritizing business over aid has intrigued many African leaders and citizens who see this as an opportunity to negotiate more favorable trade deals. Under Trump, there has been an increase in business investment discussions focused on Africa, such as the Prosper Africa initiative, which aims to increase bilateral trade and investment between the U.S. and African nations. Some Africans view Trump’s business mindset as beneficial for the continent’s economic growth.
3. Criticism of China: Trump’s vocal criticism of China’s economic involvement in Africa has resonated with many Africans who are growing wary of Chinese debt diplomacy. China’s increasing influence on the continent has raised concerns about dependency and exploitation. Trump’s stance is seen as an alternative to what some Africans perceive as China’s growing stranglehold on African economies.
4. Support for Strong Leadership: Trump’s unapologetic style of leadership resonates with some African leaders and citizens who value strongman governance. His open admiration for certain African leaders, despite their controversial records, has earned him respect from some sections of African society who appreciate his candidness and no-nonsense approach to governance. Especially in the case of homosexuality which most Africans home see as a taboo unlike Kalama Harris idea of it as human rights of every citizen to be who they are, identified as anything they want. This alone is one of the major reasons Africans at home detest her rule of becoming the next US president While Trump has not directly expressed hatred for homosexuality, his administration’s policies and decisions often worked against the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights, making his presidency one where many in the LGBTQ+ community felt threatened or marginalized. This created a stark contrast to previous administrations that had made significant strides in promoting equality for the community.

No doubt The U.S. presidential election holds the key to Africa’s future. While Africans in the diaspora favor Kamala Harris for her progressive vision, those at home lean towards Trump’s business-first approach. The big question remains:
who will be the better ally for Africa’s future ?
Drop your comments on this.
who would you vote for if you had the opportunity to do so.