In New York City, a panel of influential Black officials is campaigning for reparations through proposed City Council bills. As the state nears the 200-year mark since slavery's end, the officials, including Public Advocate Jumanee Williams and several council members, are aiming to highlight and address the consequences of slavery and institutional racism. One major proposal mandates the NYC Commission on Racial Equity to create a reconciliation process, while another seeks to study the harmful impacts of slavery and suggest measures for redress, reinforcing the need for accountability and justice for the Black community.
The first commodity that was traded on Washington was human beings.
These bills are focused on reparations for America’s Black community, addressing the historical injustices of slavery and systemic racism in New York City.
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