NAACP's recent “Dear Dad” radio advertising This is a reminder that progressives care far more about black men and how they vote than what they bring to their families.
The ad depicts a young woman telling her father that he is her “hero,” and then quickly cuts to standard Democratic talking points about elections. The daughter tells her father that “our Black history, our access to health care, and our right to vote are under attack” and implores him to use his “power” to vote in the next election.
We have no idea that destroying our own descendants is “pro-black.” Unlike many activists, we believe that black lives matter, even those in the womb.
This is exactly what I would expect from a progressive educational institution. However, what makes this ad so disappointing is the fact that the NAACP does not emphasize the importance of fathers in other settings. I've written before about how civil rights organizations work. promote They approach abortion with far more passion than they do promoting marriage and families. This is almost the same.
The NAACP campaign has nothing to do with fathers other than using them as a political tool to get Kamala Harris elected president. A real “Dear Dad” campaign aimed at uplifting black fathers and families would sound very different from the ads currently in circulation. It may sound like this.
Dear Dad
I know you are my hero. Thank you for loving me and letting me know that I am made in the fearful image of God. You have provided me with a great example of what a real man is like. See how your faith influences your life. I see how much you love mama. I also appreciate all the lessons you have taught me and my brothers.
Thank you for being who you are. You have always encouraged me to be fearless and dream big. You made me feel loved and protected. I know this is something that not every girl has. You challenge me in ways big and small to reach my deepest God-given potential.
Dad, thank you for being willing to sacrifice for our family. I see how hard you work and know that I am blessed to have never missed a meal or gone to bed hungry. I don't say it often, but I really appreciate everything you've done for us over the years. You taught us to be grateful for everything we have and never be jealous of what others have.
Dad, I love your jokes too! I know we're being hard on you about them, but you add a level of joy to our home that balances your serious side.
Dad, I know everyone is talking about the election. Thank you for helping us understand that what happens in our homes determines our course more than who is in the White House. You taught us that while it is good to participate in civic and political activities, politics should always be driven by faith and not the other way around.
But more than that, you taught us not to idolize politics and politicians. All my friends want to talk about is politics. They seem to be obsessed with it and I can see how unhealthy this can be. They are willing to cut off friends and family over political differences. They say this election is about “joy,” but to me it looks pretty miserable and unstable.
I know all politicians think I should be motivated by “reproductive justice,” but I have a father who taught me how to cut through bogus political talking points. Thank God. I am glad that you and your mom raised us to understand our Christian identity before any other identity.
I am also glad that you made us realize the importance of life. We know that destroying our own descendants is not “pro-black.” Unlike many activists, we believe that black lives matter, even those in the womb.
Father, I want you to know that the “dark work” that I have always considered you to be most important is guiding our family. I love how you start conversations about identity by telling people that you are a Christian, a husband, and a father first and foremost, in that order. You and your mom said you raised us to value marriage and family. That's one of the reasons I can't wait to become a wife and mother in the near future. Seeing how you love each other has given us a great example to follow.
Dad, you are truly my hero. I wish every girl like me had a father like you to care for her. To me, you are much more important than a paycheck or a vote.
your beloved daughter.
