Politics and Black Families with Rafielle

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The "Politics and Black Families" podcast, part of Rafielle's media company "I Keep It Classic," focuses on discussing the intersection of politics and the experiences of Black families. The show aims to explore how political decisions and policies impact Black communities, offering insights into various social, economic, and cultural issues. It features candid conversations with political guests, community leaders, and experts, addressing topics that resonate with Black families, such as immigration, education, and social justice.

  1. JAN 14

    Black Republicans Are Here To Stay: What's An Urban Republican

    Black Republicans are here to stay, not as a moment, not as a protest vote, but as a permanent part of American politics. Especially in Atlanta, where Black people build businesses, buy property, run media, and raise families in one of the most competitive cities in the country. When you live in Atlanta, you feel taxes, zoning, schools, crime, and opportunity in real time. Ideology becomes practical. Many Black Republicans didn’t “leave” anything. They arrived. They came because ownership changes how you see government. When you’re hiring, investing, or trying to keep a neighborhood stable in Atlanta, you start asking different questions. Who is accountable? Who is efficient? Who respects the role of family, faith, and self determination? Atlanta has always produced independent Black thinkers. From civil rights strategists to today’s entrepreneurs, this city rewards those who move between worlds. Black Republicans in Atlanta reflect that tradition. They are business minded, community rooted, and tired of being spoken for. This isn’t about abandoning Black identity. It’s about expanding it. Black Republicans argue inside the system instead of shouting from the outside. They are shaping school choice, public safety, and economic policy in Atlanta and beyond. They aren’t a trend. They’re a correction. And in Atlanta, corrections tend to stick.

    4 min

  2. JAN 14

    Black Americans And Africans Should Trade With Each Other

    Rafielle Kirkland shares why Black Americans and Africans trading with each other isn’t nostalgia or symbolism. It’s strategy. One side has capital access, global market fluency, branding power, and distribution networks. The other has population growth, raw materials, manufacturing upside, and cultural exports the world already consumes. Together, that closes a loop history broke. Right now value is extracted twice. African resources leave cheap, return expensive. Black American culture circulates globally, but ownership leaks elsewhere. Trade tightens ownership, shortens supply chains, and keeps margins inside the community instead of exporting them upward. It also builds leverage. Shared trade creates shared standards, shared logistics, and shared political weight. No savior narratives, no charity theater. Just businesses trading with familiarity, trust, and mutual self interest. Every group that climbed did this quietly. There’s no rule saying we can’t.

    2 min

  3. JAN 14

    Black Americans Need New Education Featuring Dave Anderson

    Education hasn’t failed Black Americans because of ability or effort. It’s failed because incentives, governance, and culture drifted out of alignment. Systems reward attendance over mastery, bureaucracy over outcomes, and politics over parents. School choice gets blocked, unions protect adults before children, and standards quietly drop while slogans get louder. Meanwhile, families are told the system is stacked forever against them, which dulls urgency and accountability. Other groups press relentlessly for rigor, discipline, and alternatives when schools underperform. Progress comes when expectations rise, parents regain power, competition is allowed, and excellence is treated as non negotiable, not optional or ideological.

    2 min

  4. 03/10/2025

    Did you find Islam or did Islam find you?

    Muslim representation in America is growing, but navigating this space remains both crucial and delicate. In this episode we sit down with Imam Eman Yusuf Ramadan to discuss the challenges and triumphs of being a voice for Muslim Americans in today’s climate. Join us for an insightful conversation on faith, identity, and leadership.

    20 min

  5. 03/10/2025

    Iman Ramadan on the State of America | Politics and Black Families

    Islamic fashion stylist and political advocate Iman Ramadan joins Politics and Black Families for a powerful discussion on the current state of America. From culture and identity to policy and power, we break down the issues shaping our communities today. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! Subscribe Follow us on social media: @ikeepitclassic📧 Contact us: info@ikeepitclassic.com

    35 min

  6. 03/10/2025

    Politics and Black Families with Nina Turner

    In this episode of Politics and Black Families, I sat down with the incomparable Nina Turner, a powerhouse in progressive politics and an unwavering advocate for working people. From the jump, she brought her signature energy and truth-telling, cutting through political jargon to focus on what really matters—economic justice, Black political power, and the fight for policies that truly uplift families. We got into the real conversations that mainstream media often sidesteps: What does it take for Black communities to move beyond survival and into true economic independence? How do we push past political stagnation and demand accountability from elected officials, regardless of party? And why is it so crucial for Black families to stay engaged in the fight for justice, even when the system feels rigged against us? Nina didn’t hold back—whether we were talking about the failures of both parties to fully address poverty, the power of grassroots organizing, or the need for Black leaders to be bold in their advocacy. She spoke on the importance of political education and how history shows that change doesn’t come from the top down, but from the people demanding it from the ground up. We also touched on her own journey in politics, the lessons she’s learned, and how she keeps pushing forward despite resistance. And of course, she dropped some gems about what’s next for her and how we can all stay in the fight. This was one of those raw, unfiltered, and necessary conversations—the kind that makes Politics and Black Families what it is. If you’re serious about Black political power, economic justice, and shaking up the status quo, this is one you don’t want to miss.

    38 min

  7. 12/07/2024

    Two Black Americans One Democrat One Republican

    Two Black Perspectives, One Honest Debate – A episode where two Black Americans, one Democrat and one Republican, tackle the issues that matter to our community. From politics to culture, we have real, unfiltered conversations about what divides us and what brings us together. Different views, same goal: moving our people forward.”

    30 min

  8. 09/26/2024

    Politics and Black Families with Rafielle featuring Amelia Siamomua

    Meet Amelia Siamomua: A Leader Ready to Make a Difference Amelia Siamomua is a dedicated community leader and development economist with a passion for helping others. She’s an international consultant and advocate who has spent her life working to improve opportunities for people. Amelia graduated from the University of the South Pacific in Fiji, where she studied economics and politics, and continued her education at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. When Amelia isn’t busy working, you’ll find her playing tennis with her family at the Northcrest Swim & Tennis Club, walking around her neighborhood, or spending time in her garden. She’s been actively involved in her community, serving on the board of the Northcrest Civic Association and being a proud member of several Republican groups in Georgia. A Lifetime of Experience With over 39 years of experience, Amelia has worked at the regional, national, and international levels, advising on social, economic, and political development. She’s helped underserved communities through her work with organizations like CARE, and even served at the United Nations in New York. From Africa to the Caribbean and Asia-Pacific, Amelia’s work has touched people around the world. Committed to Our Future Now, Amelia is stepping up to serve the people of District 40. She’s passionate about making life better for her community. Her goals? Affordable opportunities, better services, and safer neighborhoods. She’s all about creating lasting changes to build a better future for everyone in Georgia.

    16 min
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The "Politics and Black Families" podcast, part of Rafielle's media company "I Keep It Classic," focuses on discussing the intersection of politics and the experiences of Black families. The show aims to explore how political decisions and policies impact Black communities, offering insights into various social, economic, and cultural issues. It features candid conversations with political guests, community leaders, and experts, addressing topics that resonate with Black families, such as immigration, education, and social justice.

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