It’s wild how the media can act like they’ve just uncovered a whole new world when really, they’ve just turned their heads to the obvious for too long. The recent firings of Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem have sent shockwaves through the mainstream news cycle, and suddenly everyone is talking about the glaring misogyny within Trump’s administration. But let’s be real—while these revelations seem to be shocking for some, Black women have been calling out this toxic behavior for ages, often ignored until it affects those who look different. It’s a classic case of ‘you didn’t see us until it hit close to home.’
We’ve watched as the media, much like society at large, has chosen to sidestep the blatant disrespect, the racist undertones, and the misogynistic rhetoric that flows like water from Trump’s mouth. Black women have been decrying his behavior since day one. We’ve seen the way he speaks about women in general, how he objectifies and belittles. It’s the same old story; we shout, we protest, we demand respect, and yet, our voices are often drowned out by a chorus of disbelief and denial. It’s frustrating, but it’s also a reminder of the resilience we carry in our community.
Watching these two women lose their jobs has ignited a conversation that was long overdue. Their dismissals have put a spotlight on an issue that we’ve known about forever, highlighting the hypocrisy that circulates in political discourse. While they may have been the ones in the firing line this time, it’s essential to recognize that this isn’t just about two individuals. It’s about a culture that has allowed misogyny to fester, about a system that doesn’t hold powerful men accountable until their actions reach a demographic that demands justice. When will the narrative shift from shock to action?
What we’re witnessing is a reminder that our voices matter. While the media may have finally decided to pay attention now that privileged voices are affected, we must continue to uplift the voices of Black women who have always known the score. Our lived experiences are valid, and our truths have power. We’ve survived this long in a space that tries to silence us, and we must keep speaking up, keep pushing back.
So as the media frenzy continues around these firings, let’s not forget who has been on the front lines of this battle. We owe it to ourselves to recognize the strength in our community, the wisdom in our experiences, and the necessity of our voices in this fight for equality. Misogyny is a disease that knows no color, but it’s telling that it took the firing of two white women for the media to finally start paying attention. If that doesn’t tell you who we need to be listening to, I don’t know what does.
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