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The Grift

The Downward Spiral of Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Cult of Trump

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The Grift

By: Clay Cane
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GRIFTER [grif-ter] noun 1. a con or scam artist, a hustler or a sell-out

After the Civil War, the pillars of Black Republicanism were a balanced critique of both political parties, civil rights for all Americans, reinventing an economy based on exploitation, and, most importantly, building thriving Black communities. How did Black Republicanism devolve from revolutionaries like Frederick Douglass to the puppets in the Trump era?

Whether it’s radical conservatives like South Carolina Senator Tim Scott or Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, they are consistently viral news and continuously uphold egregious laws at the expense of their Black brethren. Part history and part cultural analysis, The Grift chronicles the nuanced history of Black Republicans. Clay Cane lays out how Black Republicanism has been mangled by opportunists who are apologists for racism.

Black faces in high places providing cover for explicit bigotry is one of the greatest threats to the liberation of Black and brown people. By studying these figures and their tactics, Cane exposes the grift and lays out a plan to emancipate our future.

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Honestly, there's nothing about this book to dislike. I've learned so much from this book. can't wait to listen to it again.

The truth!

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This book was extremely enlightening. A must read. I am a history buff and I'm always seeking new knowledge. I am a true believer that those who do not know your history are bound to repeat the mistakes. This book has made me more adamant that I will not only utilize my right to vote but also ensure no one has their right to vote suppressed. Thank Clay Cane for the experience!

A Profound History Lesson

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Books like this keep me grounded. Very insightful and informative. I will recommend this book to all of my friends and family. We must take 2024 very seriously or heaven knows where we will be as a country.

Eye opening

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This book gave me new insight into an issue that baffled me, and it introduced me to important figures forgotten by history. It also offers realistic ideas about tackling the issue of “grifting”. Plus the prose is lively and well written. This book manages to be informative insightful , and cautionary without being preachy or depressing- never an easy task. Very impressive- and important. Highly recommended.

I learned so much new information.

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This was a great book I too was like Clay not voting until later in life. I learn so much in this book and his show on xm radio. Love it

True history

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Perfect timing in this political/social climate….the Grift is evident with Tim Scott political actions over the last year.

Fire!!!!!

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the book was very good and so deep into information that is need today in our history classes

hoe informative the book is

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Clay Cane gives an excellent accounting of the history of Black Republicans in America! I recommend this book yo anyone who wants an accurate explanation of history.

Amazing

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What a great entry into history and political science. The book is a breakdown and breakthrough the propaganda of today’s media into the truth of history and humanity nuances.

The voice of the author speaking truth

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Thank you Clay Cane for this amazing expose' about the shameless Black drifters among our people for ages. You've done a phenomenal job of pulling the covers off them. And I must also say kudos to you for the outstanding job you've done reading your book. Five star job indeed.

Excellent!!

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