Breakdown:

1. Setting the Scene: Reflecting on Faith and Politics
   • Start with a personal moment: changing bed sheets on a Monday morning while contemplating the possibility of a Black woman becoming President.
   • Introduce the idea of faith guiding political action, emphasized by the whisper, “My grace is sufficient and your faith is enough.”
2. The Power of Collective Action: Mobilizing Black Voters
   • Describe the powerful results of grassroots efforts, highlighting the mobilization of tens of thousands of Black women and the fundraising success that followed.
   • Discuss the unity across diverse groups, including white women, Latinas, the LGBTQ+ community, and even pop culture icons like the Swifties.
3. The Trap of Over-Reliance on Single Candidates
   • Caution against voting with the mindset that a single candidate will “save” us, leading to voter complacency after elections.
   • Explain that real change requires sustained effort, not just during primaries but through every election cycle.
4. Kamala Harris: More Than Just a Symbol
   • Highlight Harris’s legislative achievements: police reform, the Emmett Till bill, the first Black maternal mortality bill, and expanded Medicaid access.
   • Address the criticisms: clarify misconceptions about her prosecutorial record, such as the reduction of state prison sentences and efforts to expunge criminal records.
5. Why Experience Matters: The Role of a Vice President
   • Break down the importance of choosing a VP who is prepared to step in if needed, as outlined in the 25th Amendment.
   • Address concerns about Harris’s qualifications, noting that no one is “qualified” to be president until they step into the role.
6. Navigating Criticisms and Contradictions
   • Confront criticisms regarding Harris’s stance on issues like Palestinian rights while maintaining a broader perspective on global justice.
   • Acknowledge the complexity of balancing domestic and international concerns within the American political system.
7. The Intersectionality of Black Women’s Leadership
   • Discuss how Black women’s experiences give them a unique, intersectional perspective, allowing them to navigate complex political landscapes.
   • Reflect on the challenge of having to make decisions that consider multiple marginalized communities simultaneously.
8. The Bigger Picture: Voting with Strategy and Purpose
   • Emphasize the need for strategic voting that focuses on long-term change rather than immediate satisfaction.
   • Encourage readers to stay engaged in local and national politics, even when the results are not perfect.
9. Confronting America’s Double Standards: Racism and Misogyny in Politics
   • Use the story of a tragic police shooting to illustrate the systemic biases that Black women face.
   • Draw parallels between the treatment of Black women in society and the skepticism faced by Black female leaders like Harris.
10. Conclusion: Overqualified and Ready
    • Conclude with a powerful message: Black women, after centuries of enduring America’s harshest challenges, are more than qualified to lead.
    • Reiterate the importance of not underestimating the depth of experience and resilience that leaders like Harris bring to the table.