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The Kindness of Black People: Generosity, Exploitation, and the Need for Genuine Appreciation

A Garveyite Perspective on How Black Benevolence Is Exploited and the Need for Self-Preservation

One of the defining characteristics of Black people across the world is kindness, generosity, and an unwavering spirit of hospitality. Whether in Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, or North America, Black people have historically been welcoming, open-hearted, and willing to share their resources, time, and culture with others. However, this kindness has often been exploited, taken for granted, and used as a tool to weaken Black self-sufficiency and collective power.

From a Garveyite perspective, Black generosity should not come at the expense of Black self-preservation, sovereignty, and self-determination. This analysis will explore:

The historical roots of Black kindness and communal values.

How Black generosity has been exploited by outsiders, both historically and in modern times.

Why Black people must balance kindness with self-interest and collective upliftment.

The importance of genuine appreciation and reciprocation, rather than blind giving.

1. The Historical Roots of Black Kindness and Communal Values

Before colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade, Black societies across Africa and the diaspora were deeply rooted in communal living, shared resources, and hospitality. Unlike the Western capitalist mindset that emphasizes individual wealth accumulation, African and Indigenous Black communities embraced Ubuntu—a philosophy, which means “I am because we are.”

Examples of Traditional Black Generosity:

African Communalism: In traditional African societies, land was shared, food was distributed collectively, and families took care of one another’s children.

The Maroons and Runaway Slave Communities: Enslaved Africans who escaped would form free Black societies and take in other escapees, offering protection and food.

Black American Hospitality: Despite oppression, Black Americans have historically welcomed others into their communities, offering food, shelter, and mentorship.

Caribbean & Latin American Generosity: Many Afro-Caribbean and Afro-Latin cultures are famous for their open-door policy—welcoming guests as family.

The Problem? Black kindness has been systematically exploited by colonial powers, outsiders, and even members of our own race who prioritize personal gain over collective progress.

2. How Black Generosity Has Been Exploited by Outsiders

Black people's openness has often been met with betrayal and exploitation—both historically and in modern times. When a people are known for their generosity but lack economic and political control, they become easy targets for manipulation.

Historical Examples of Exploitation:

Colonial Deception: European colonizers were welcomed into African societies as “guests,” only to betray, enslave, and exploit the same people who helped them.

The Transatlantic Slave Trade: African rulers and traders, in their spirit of commerce and openness, initially engaged in trade with Europeans—only to later realize that they were being manipulated into selling their own people into an inescapable system of oppression.

Cultural Appropriation: Black music, art, and spiritual traditions have been generously shared with the world, but they are often stolen, repackaged, and sold without benefiting Black creators.

Economic Extraction: Black nations are among the richest in natural resources but remain the poorest because outsiders exploit their generosity and lack of collective control.

Modern Examples of Exploitation:

Immigrant Communities Profiting Off Black money: Many non-Black groups set up businesses in Black neighbourhoods (beauty supply stores, corner shops, restaurants) but do not reinvest into the Black community.

Black Women’s Emotional Labour: Black women are often expected to be caretakers, nurturers, and emotional support systems, but when they need support, the same people they help often turn away.

Black Political Advocacy for Others: Black people have fought for civil rights, justice, and equity, but other racial and social groups who benefit from Black activism rarely reciprocate that solidarity when Black people are in need.

The Result? Black people give, but rarely receive the same kindness and support in return.

3. Why Black People Must Balance Kindness with Self-Preservation

While generosity is a beautiful trait, it must be strategic. Marcus Garvey warned against blindly giving without ensuring that Black people benefit from their labor, wealth, and cultural production.

Key Lessons from Garveyism:

Put Black People First: Black people must prioritize building their own economic and political power before extending help to others.

Stop Giving Away Resources for Free: Black artists, thinkers, and entrepreneurs should ensure that their work benefits their own community before outsiders profit from it.

Create Reciprocity, Not Dependency: If Black communities support businesses, organizations, or individuals, those entities must give back to the community—or they should not be supported.

Be Selective with Kindness: Not everyone who benefits from Black generosity respects Black people. If outsiders refuse to support Black liberation, they should not be given access to Black resources.

If Black people do not balance generosity with self-preservation, they will continue being exploited.

4. The Importance of Genuine Appreciation vs. Selective Exploitation

Black people must demand genuine appreciation, not just symbolic praise or temporary alliances. Many groups praise Black culture but refuse to support Black economic independence or social justice.

Fake Appreciation vs. Real Support:

Music & Art: Many non-Black people celebrate Black culture (Hip-Hop, Reggae, Afrobeat) but do not support Black communities financially or politically.

Black Women’s Labour: Many corporations use Black women’s activism, aesthetics, and leadership but do not offer equal opportunities, pay, or protection.

Black Movements & Political Power: Many groups use Black movements as a blueprint (feminism, LGBTQ rights, immigration advocacy) but do not fight for Black issues.

Genuine Appreciation Requires:

Economic Investment – If people love Black culture, they must invest in Black businesses and industries.

Political Support – If people benefit from Black activism, they must show up for Black political causes.

Mutual Respect – Black people should stop supporting those who do not support them.

5. Conclusion: Black Generosity Must Serve Black Empowerment

The kindness of Black people is a gift and a strength, but when it is not paired with self-interest and economic control, it becomes a tool for exploitation.

Black generosity must be tied to collective advancement.

Black people must stop giving their labour, culture, and resources to those who do not reciprocate.

Support must be conditional—those who do not respect Black people should not benefit from Black kindness.

AN OPEN LETTER to THE PRESIDENT & U.S. CONGRESS; STATE GOVERNORS & LEGISLATURES

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I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the discrepancies and alarming loopholes in marriage age laws across the states and to advocate for action towards implementing a standardized marriage age of 18 nationwide, with strict provisions that prohibit underage marriage below 16 and set an age of consent not below 16. Additionally, I recommend setting a consent age gap provision that is no more permissive than at least 14 years old and up to five years older, further ensuring the safety and well-being of our youth.

It is alarming to note that four states—California, Mississippi, New Mexico, and Oklahoma—currently have no official minimum age for marriage but require parental consent or court approval. This inconsistency in laws creates dangerous loopholes that could be exploited by individuals seeking to harm or exploit minors. Allowing underage marriage below the age of 16 poses serious risks, including increased vulnerability to exploitation and abuse.

I urge you to take immediate steps towards implementing a consistent and protective legal framework by advocating for standardized marriage age laws across the nation.

Thank you for considering this urgent matter. I strongly believe that uniform marriage age laws are essential to safeguarding the rights and safety of young individuals and preventing potential harm.

Together, we can say NO to child marriage and child exploitation!

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"Global exploitation, burn it all”

While you cover it up with all of this bullshit for the sake of entertainment ?

Stop Attacking People.

If born in a westernised country, or even a developing country, you are all sown the capitalist seed by society that earning money to buy consumerist goods is the best way to live life and you will be the happiest possible for doing so. Is that really true? And how will (and is) consumerism effecting our world economically, socially and environmentally? These are questions that I hope i will answer because I believe that our society is the opposite of what it tells us; in capitalism we are indeed not equal to one another and it has created such a lifestyle that if not changed the fate of humanity and our planet will not be pleasant.

In this first part I aim to discuss the issue of unequal opportunities and the exploitation of the working class. Enjoy.

The definition for ‘The American Dream’ is quite simply: ‘the ideal by which equality of opportunity is available to any American (or any Westernised Country), allowing the highest aspirations and goals to be achieved.’ 

You could simply argue that that idea of ‘The American Dream’ it is simply not true. In all capitalist societies you have a huge class divide between the bourgeoisie elite (who will have power over the politics and the economics of the country) and your working class citizen (which has no power at all within society). It is simply not true that in our society we are all born with equal opportunities to one another. Take a look at the British Government, which at the time of reading this has a Conservative Government which are a party which are right wing. In 1997 %51 of Tory MP’s went to Oxford or Cambridge Universities and %66 went to fee paying schools such as Eton or Harrow. Famous MP’s such as David Cameron and George Osborne all went to these school because of they were brought up into wealthy families. From these schools they made connections to previous students to get in higher positions and job opportunities which would simply not be available to people who go to state schools. How could someone born into a poorer lower class family expect to get as good of an education to someone who was born into a richer family?You could argue that it depends on how much effort they put into their work and how hard they try as you do hear the odd story of people rising from the bottom and making millions, such as lord Alan Sugar. But these cases are just so rare and why should someone have to work so hard to get in the same position as a rich person who had to put in so much less effort and got in a high paid job because of family connections? Huge multinational corporations don’t want to be run by the middle class or working class, the would have sons from other wealthier, upper class families or their own sons (Its a tough fact but a women will probably not take up the business)to take up the directors seat granting the ‘heir’ a guaranteed fortune for doing absolutely none of their own work, simply reaping the benefits of another mans labour.

It doesn't just stop there, these companies commit huge exploitation of less economically developed countries due to having a cheap labour. People are paid ridiculously low prices for their work which means that these countries stay poor because their employed people are not being payed enough to buy luxury goods because they can barely afford the basics or pay for their children to go to school. It also keeps infrastructure, health care and living standards in these countries low due to lack money circulating the country for the government to invest in these improvements. And why do wealthier countries do nothing about it? Because the companies who support the capitalist economy relies on this cheap labour to maximise profits for themselves rather than pay their workers fairly. 

When you shop for clothes you pay extortionate prices not for the item of clothing itself, but for the brand it represents. For example; A Ralph Lauren Polo shirt, which is the most simple and plain t-shirt available, goes for £70 at least while the manufacturing cost of each shirt is easily under a £1. On one shirt your making a £69 profit and yet you cannot treat your working class fairly and pay them what they deserve and need to have a good standard of living. At its simplest, it is greed. Its what Capitalism tells us is good; you make as much money as you can for yourself no matter what, even if it is through exploitation and corruption.

The USA thrives off this exploitation, its how their economy runs. If it makes them money and they have a way of covering it up then who cares about the workers? They will simply claim their products are ‘FairTrade’ to shut the humanists up and make the general public think that their government is doing something good, but when actually it is supported and is made up of people who are appointed by the Multi-National corporations, because they have the money to bribe people they want into positions of power to make sure no laws are passed that will harm the companies profits. Where do they find these people who are willing to turn a blind eye to the exploitation? They are the people who are brought up in wealth families, who go to Harvard and Oxford university, the people who were brought up with money, people easier to corrupt as all they were brought up to know was being well-off. They would happily take up the opportunity to have a position of power and to make sure there rich friends get richer of the labours of the working class. Its all one massive cycle of corruption that we, the public, ignore because we are told that its okay, we are told that they will do something about this yet nothing is ever done....

What is a solution to this then? with capitalism will we ever be corruption and poverty free? No, capitalism causes poverty due to the imbalance it creates between the social classes. People may no like it but if we are ever going to create economic equality Socialism is the only viable answer. Within Socialism you would have state owned industry which would pay all the workers on an equal higher rate to what they would get otherwise. Because the economy is not controlled by private businesses it would be more stable due to the peoples taxes going directly back into the state industries so it directly improves the peoples living standards, health care and facilities of the country rather than the money being kept by the few rich to be used for their own good rather than the good of the people. Socialism is a much better option the Communism as Communism has so much power at the top it causes a corrupt Dictatorship which we have seen by examples such as Joseph Stalin. Socialism is so much harder to corrupt as it eliminates the rich elites influence over the government and is still a democracy. As the german political philosopher, Karl Marx, once said ‘Democracy is the road to Socialism’

Any opinions on the issue? do you agree or disagree with my ideas? Feel free to message me or Email me: [email protected]