Ep 3. 40 Acres and a Vote

In season 3 episode 3 of Black-ish, entitled "40 Acres and a Vote," the Johnson family gears up for the upcoming presidential election. Dre is determined to secure his family's future by voting for a candidate who will "look out for black folks."

However, Dre soon realizes that his family is not as politically engaged as he'd like. After his attempts to educate them about the importance of voting fall on deaf ears, Dre decides to take a different approach.

He takes the family on a trip to the museum of the first African American president, where they learn about the civil rights movement and the struggles of their ancestors to secure the right to vote. Dre’s plan works as it inspires his family to exercise their right to vote and become more educated on political issues.

During the episode, the Johnsons also navigate conflicts and differing opinions regarding the election. Dre’s colleague, Mr. Stevens, openly supports a candidate whose policies he believes will benefit him financially, and his wife Bow is conflicted.

Bow is inspired to learn more about the candidates after meeting another mom who is a political activist. She attends a political rally with the activist and becomes more politically engaged, eventually deciding to support a different candidate than Dre.

Throughout the episode, the importance of voting and being informed on political issues is emphasized. The Johnson family also debates the roles that race and economic status play in the political system.

Overall, "40 Acres and a Vote" is an insightful and thought-provoking episode that highlights the importance of political engagement and encourages viewers to become more informed on issues affecting their communities.