JL;DR

This discussion, organized by the Wide River Project and featuring Lillie J. Edwards, Rafal Pankowski, Eric K. Ward, and Nadine Epstein, examines the challenges facing Black and Jewish communities under the hypothetical presidency of Trump 2.0. The panel reflects on the early signs of democratic erosion, such as the dismantling of diversity programs and the consolidation of federal power, coupled with threats to civil rights protections. Despite previous electoral support, there is growing recognition within these communities of the potential dangers linked with authoritarian regimes. The discussion draws on historical parallels from both America and Europe to derive lessons and propose strategies for resilience, solidarity, and ongoing resistance to authoritarian shifts in a changing political landscape.