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\"You committed to a 50/50 gender parity in 2020,\" he said. \"Where is the challenge to commit to black hiring? Black content led by black executives, black consultants. Are you policing our storytelling as well?\"

\"Let us bring our darkness to the light,\" Jordan added. \"Black culture: the sneakers, sports, comedic culture that you guys love so much. We've dealt with discrimination at every turn. Can you help fund black brands, companies, cultural leaders, black organizations?\"

While stressing the need for people to get out and vote, the \"Fruitvale Station\" actor said the simple act \"has never been more important than it is today.\"

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