In the realm of race discourse, Tariq Nasheed stands as a polarizing figure known for his controversial commentary and advocacy for the group he founded “Foundational Black Americans” (FBA). Nasheed’s ideologies and rhetoric have sparked debates, shedding light on the intricate dynamics between advocacy, extremism, and division within the Black community.
In a chilling online video testimonial, the founder of the pseudo-cult online group, Tariq Nasheed,” has been captured advocating for harm against Black people in the name of reparations. The founder’s words, which reflect a disturbing mindset of aggression and discord, serve as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by extremist ideologies within seemingly noble movements.
One of the lines uttered by Tariq Nasheed that stands out for its promotion of violence is, “And we’ve warned folks, hey, man, you better get them before we get them.” This ominous statement not only hints at a readiness to take matters into their own hands but is a call for intra-community fear and intimidation in the Black community.
Furthermore, declarations, such as “Get your people for,” serve as a direct call to action that implies a potential escalation towards violent retaliation if the perceived threats are not dealt with. This language of retribution and aggression underscores the founder’s willingness to resort to extreme measures to pursue their agenda.
The founder’s rhetoric, as exposed in the investigative report, reveals a troubling pattern of using violence as a tool to advance their divisive and hateful ideologies under the guise of a pro-reparation movement. By manipulating the genuine cause of seeking justice, Tariq Nasheed and their followers have blurred the lines between advocacy and extremism, endangering the very community they claim to represent. Many believe this is part of a larger PsyOp movement to target and further divide the Black community.
At the core of Nasheed’s advocacy lies the concept of FBA (Foundational Black American), asserting that individuals tracing their lineage to American slavery should actively pursue reparations and resources for themselves. They are hosting a rally in Washington DC in June 2024 to talk about their ideals. However, the danger is Tariq also assigns blame to members of the African diaspora for the suffering and pain experienced by FBA members, encouraging them to stand in opposition to Black people originating from the Caribbean, Latin America, and the African continent. He perceives them as a threat to the FBA community and their entitlement to reparations.
Tariq, who has made appearances on notable platforms such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, MTV, and The Breakfast Club with Charlamagne the God, BET, is known for his extensive and contentious advocacy with a pronounced anti-Black dimension. He categorizes all Black non-FBA members as “tethers,” insinuating that they are stealing the resources that belong to FBA cult members despite Black immigrants only being a small percentage of the Black American community.
The irony of Nasheed’s discourse is he is also characterized by the use of derogatory terms such as “bed wench” and “Negro bed wench mentality” to criticize African American women, some of whom belong to FBA. Despite his involvement in an interracial relationship, he criticizes these women for engaging in similar relationships. By resurrecting and popularizing such historically misogynistic terms, Nasheed perpetuates harmful stereotypes originally propagated by White Supremacist Patriarchy.
Furthermore, Nasheed has a prolonged track record of targeting Black men who publicly disagree with him or raise questions about the public funds he collected to build a museum for the FBA community. Despite often portraying himself as a champion against white supremacy, Nasheed consistently exacerbates divisions within the Black community by launching attacks against Black men, Black women, Black members of the LGBTQ community, Black immigrants, and Black descent of South and Central America who identify as “Afro-Latino.”
While Nasheed’s advocacy for reparations and focus on systemic issues may find support among certain factions, his divisive rhetoric targeting the African diaspora and advocacy for intra-communal violence have faced significant backlash. Reparations have long been a cause championed by many within the Black community, yet Nasheed’s approach of inciting further division within the community and promoting tension and violence among the African diaspora in America is viewed by critics as counterproductive and dangerous. It highlights the nuanced nature of advocacy, where genuine grievances must be addressed without exacerbating discord within communities.
