CLEAN : New Yorkers line up at a Brooklyn polling station to vote early

The video emphasizes the importance of voting in the upcoming election, particularly for African Americans, to ensure their voices are heard and counted. It highlights the contentious political climate and the distasteful anger expressed by some candidates. The speaker encourages everyone, especially people of color, to exercise their right to vote and not take it for granted. Despite the challenges, such as long lines and the coronavirus, the speaker stresses the need for change in policies and unity against division.

Why is the upcoming election particularly important for African American communities?

• Because it is the first election they can participate in.

• Because they are not allowed to vote.

• Because they are guaranteed to win.

• Because their voices need to be heard and counted.

What is the speaker's opinion on the anger expressed by certain candidates?

• It is irrelevant to the election.

• It is a sign of strength.

• It is distasteful and undesirable.

• It is justified and necessary.

What does the speaker hope to see in future elected officials?

• A return to past leadership styles.

• A focus on anger and division.

• A continuation of current policies.

• A different focus and flavor in leadership.

What does the speaker encourage people of color to do regarding their voting rights?

• Ignore their voting rights.

• Take their voting rights for granted.

• Exercise their voting rights and let their voices be heard.

• Wait for others to vote on their behalf.

What challenges does the speaker acknowledge voters might face?

• No challenges at all.

• Long lines and the coronavirus.

• Too many candidates to choose from.

• Lack of interest in voting.