Russia has historically targeted Black Americans as an entry point to destabilize U.S. democracy, dating back to the 1920s and 30s with the Communist Party. Figures like A. Philip Randolph and Bayard Rustin are noted for their roles in labor and civil rights, while modern movements like Black Lives Matter are analyzed through the lens of Marxist influence and corporate funding. The discussion posits that the treatment of Black Americans is often used as a barometer for the country's democratic health.
