The standard
Black communities must determine their political priorities, select accountable representatives, and control the institutions operating in their name.
Why it matters
Malcolm X defined the political dimension of Black nationalism as control over the politics and politicians of the Black community. That means more than electing Black candidates. It requires organized blocs, independent research, candidate development, neighborhood governance, and the capacity to reward or punish officials. Political control is local enough to affect zoning, policing, education, public contracts, and land use, yet connected to national and international Black interests. No party is entitled to permanent loyalty. Political support is a transaction governed by a Black agenda.
Practical example
A Black civic congress publishes a platform, interviews candidates publicly, deploys a precinct organization, tracks votes after election, and recruits challengers when officials repeatedly violate the mandate.
Failure test
A vote without organization is an individual opinion, not collective power.