It’s no secret that Republicans have encountered difficulties reaching minority communities throughout the country. The overwhelming majority of minorities are registered Democrats.
However, Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign showed a slight shift in support. For the first time in recent memory, a Republican president was putting significant effort into attracting black and brown voters. Kimberly Klacik, a former Republican congressional candidate in Maryland’s 7th Congressional District and Trump supporter, has continued this trend by forming Red Renaissance. This organization helps Republican candidates run for office and focuses on community engagement and outreach. Last weekend, Red Renaissance held an “oil and brake repair workshop” in Baltimore to teach teenagers these skills.
