Let’s be honest about history.
For a long time, Black people have often felt that Latino and Mexican communities did not consistently stand with us or advocate when Black people were facing oppression.
That feeling didn’t come from nowhere.
Anti-Blackness exists in many cultures — including Latino cultures — shaped by colonialism, colorism, and proximity to whiteness. Our struggles often ran parallel, not united. And many times, Black people fought alone.
Now, as ICE raids, deportations, and state violence affect Latino communities, conversations about solidarity are growing.
Some of us welcome that unity.
Some of us question it.
And both reactions are valid.
Solidarity is not automatic — it is built through honesty, accountability, and shared action.
True unity doesn’t ignore the past.
It learns from it.
If we want real coalition, it must start with truth, not convenience.
