Fraud Linked to Black Lives Matter Continues
The ongoing situation surrounding Black Lives Matter (BLM) seems to be benefiting scammers who have taken millions from institutions eager to avoid the label of racism.
Tashera Dickerson, known as “Franchise,” the Oklahoma City BLM Chapter Director, has been indicted in connection with a $3 million fraud scheme. She allegedly misused funds from the BLM bail fund over a decade to finance vacations, purchase cars, and acquire real estate in her name.
Interestingly, her case is not unique. Many BLM branches have displayed similar patterns—sometimes, they appear to function more as slush funds for local leaders than as legitimate organizations.
In another instance, Sir Maejo Page, the former director of Black Lives Matter of Greater Atlanta, was indicted for diverting $450,000 in donations. He reportedly used this money to buy guns, clothing, and a home, later attempting to register these items using a false identity.
It’s said that serious issues start at the top. Patrice Cullors, a co-founder of BLM Global Network, gained attention in 2021 when it was disclosed that the organization had purchased her personal property in Los Angeles for $6 million. Additionally, she was paid nearly $1 million to ensure the “safety” of the organization. Both her mother and sister were also employed by the group.
Cullors has since acquired several other high-value properties, including a ranch in Georgia complete with an airplane hangar. The Justice Department has issued a subpoena for Cullors’ organization as they investigate questionable financial practices involving tens of millions.
The surface has barely been scratched in understanding the massive funneling of funds that flowed from corporations and charities into racial activist groups after the protests following George Floyd’s death.
According to the Claremont Institute’s BLM Funding Database, significant sums have been pledged by major companies: Amazon committed $170 million, Citigroup $1.1 billion, and Nike $140 million among others.
While some of these funds might have been used for responsible initiatives, many remain directed to short-lived charities lacking robust governance, creating ample opportunity for exploitation.
Unfortunately, it seems that many individuals may not benefit from these funds, echoing similar patterns of racial blackmail seen in recent years. The lesson here is clearer than it may seem.
Those who seek monetary gain under the guise of moral righteousness often prioritize their interests rather than the causes they claim to champion.
