[rdb3]

They're trying for a little blackmail here. They're trying to get the Democrats to bid higher for their votes.

Did we read the same article? I see no evidence in this column to support your claim.

[RLK]

Walter Fields, a Democratic political consultant, said blacks are being shut out because Democrats have determined they risk losing no political support in the black community if they exclude blacks from decisions. Blacks now have no leverage as a voting group because they consistently support Democrats and give no sign of changing, Fields said.

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They want more power and control over the party or they're hinting at picking up their marbles and going home. Isn't that quite clear?

[Judith Anne]

Nice going. God bless!