A coalition of prominent Black organizations is sounding the alarm to media and voters about disinformation campaigns targeting Black Americans ahead of the crucial November election.
In a letter spearheaded by Onyx Impact, a nonprofit committed to combating disinformation within the Black community, the organizers called on Black media outlets to acknowledge the harmful impact such disinformation has on Black voters. The letter states, “During a historic election year where critical issues that will determine the future of our communities are on the ballot, including the economy, healthcare, voting rights, and more, it is essential that Black media and Black Gateway Influencers and Platforms have the resources and tools necessary to stem the rising tide of disinformation and provide their growing audiences with even more accurate information.” The letter was co-signed by Judith Browne Dianis of the Advancement Project, Mondale Robinson of the Black Male Voter Project, Maurice Mitchell of the Working Families Party, and Glynda C. Carr of Higher Heights.
