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Posted @withregram • @fro.litic Edward Blum’s concerted campaign against affirmative action and, more notably, his targeted attack on black-owned businesses and race-conscious initiatives aimed at bridging the racial divide in America, reveals a calculated effort to undermine progress. Blum, often touted as a lone crusader, is in fact backed by a powerful network of right-wing funders, think tanks, and legal support, enabling his attempts to dismantle affirmative action policies.
Blum’s portrayal as a solo actor belies the financial backing behind his initiatives. His main non-profits, Project on Fair Representation and Students for Fair Admissions, received substantial contributions, with a significant portion benefiting Blum himself. Major conservative donors, including Searle Freedom Trust, the Scaife Foundation, Bradley Foundation, and Donors Trust, have played pivotal roles in fueling Blum’s anti-affirmative action endeavors.
Dissecting the facade of a one-man operation, Blum’s tax returns reveal significant expenditures on legal fees, with a notable portion allocated to the firm Consovoy McCarthy, known for championing far-right causes. Beyond affirmative action, Blum’s legal offensives extend to a broader war on racial equity, with detrimental consequences for black-owned businesses.
Blum’s allies in the anti-affirmative action cases are aligned against policies that aim to level the playing field for marginalized communities, including black entrepreneurs. The mythology of individual responsibility over societal systems underpins Blum’s crusade, undermining the imperative for policies like affirmative action.
This calculated assault on affirmative action and black-owned businesses represents a strategic effort to impede progress towards racial equality and economic empowerment. Blum’s narrative, once seen in context, highlights the need for continued advocacy and support for initiatives that uplift and empower the black community.
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