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Brazil celebrates Black Consciousness Day as national holiday for first time

Palmares, a prominent quilombo and symbol of resistance against slavery in Brazil, is honored on Black Consciousness Day, recognizing its legacy and ongoing fight for racial equality.
#history

After Trump's Reelection, How Can Americans Rebuild a Common Life?

Charleston embodies a duality of beauty and a brutal history, reflecting on America's complex relationship with freedom and slavery.

Cowrie shell sculpture chosen as slavery memorial for London

The Wake memorial will memorialize the millions enslaved and highlight ongoing racial issues in Britain.

The Second Abolition

The histories of enslavement and abolition are critical for understanding modern economies and ideologies.

To my distant cousin Justin Welby: our family's slavery history is truly awful. Let's be open about it | Alex Renton

Archbishop Welby's connection to slavery through ancestral ties underscores the ongoing impact of Britain's slave-owning past on contemporary society.

Remember the Alamo? Rehab of battle site is latest front in culture war.

Texans debate the portrayal of slavery at the Alamo in a new museum project.

The Boston Tea Party Turns 250 and Raises 21st-Century Questions

The 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party is being celebrated with re-enactments and events
Planners are grappling with the conflicting themes of liberty, slavery, protest, and revolution

After Trump's Reelection, How Can Americans Rebuild a Common Life?

Charleston embodies a duality of beauty and a brutal history, reflecting on America's complex relationship with freedom and slavery.

Cowrie shell sculpture chosen as slavery memorial for London

The Wake memorial will memorialize the millions enslaved and highlight ongoing racial issues in Britain.

The Second Abolition

The histories of enslavement and abolition are critical for understanding modern economies and ideologies.

To my distant cousin Justin Welby: our family's slavery history is truly awful. Let's be open about it | Alex Renton

Archbishop Welby's connection to slavery through ancestral ties underscores the ongoing impact of Britain's slave-owning past on contemporary society.

Remember the Alamo? Rehab of battle site is latest front in culture war.

Texans debate the portrayal of slavery at the Alamo in a new museum project.

The Boston Tea Party Turns 250 and Raises 21st-Century Questions

The 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party is being celebrated with re-enactments and events
Planners are grappling with the conflicting themes of liberty, slavery, protest, and revolution
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Even George Washington Was a Tyrant

George Washington's legacy is complex; although admired, it is intertwined with his role as a tyrant and enslaver.
#american-history

What the landmark '1619 Project' taught Nikole Hannah-Jones - Poynter

The 1619 Project redefines America's foundation by highlighting slavery's central role in the nation's history and its contemporary implications.

Annette Gordon-Reed on the Dark Side of the American Story

Current racial issues in America are deeply historical and not a departure from its narrative.

On This Fourth of July, We Have to Sing - emptywheel

Frederick Douglass highlighted the contrast between the Fourth of July celebration and the reality of slavery, emphasizing the importance of standing against oppression.

Congress members may have wealth tied to sinister era of US history

Congressmembers' wealth is linked to their ancestors' involvement with slavery.
Descendants of slave owners tend to have significantly higher net worth.
The study highlights the persistent economic advantages stemming from slavery.

Slavery-Related Racial Reckoning is Not Just a Southern Thing, It's a Brooklyn Thing

Viewing slavery-related reckoning as merely a Southern problem is a mistake, Northern history is often overlooked.

The Nation Still Needs a New Birth in Liberty

Readers found the December 2023 issue of The Atlantic, titled "To Reconstruct the Nation," to be poignant, inspiring, and a necessary corrective to previous narratives of American history.
The articles in the issue shed light on the pernicious aftereffects of slavery and the creation of Black Codes, as well as the racist roots of America's juvenile justice system.
Some readers feel that the issue should be read in schools to educate students about the history and ongoing struggles related to Reconstruction and racial and economic progress.

What the landmark '1619 Project' taught Nikole Hannah-Jones - Poynter

The 1619 Project redefines America's foundation by highlighting slavery's central role in the nation's history and its contemporary implications.

Annette Gordon-Reed on the Dark Side of the American Story

Current racial issues in America are deeply historical and not a departure from its narrative.

On This Fourth of July, We Have to Sing - emptywheel

Frederick Douglass highlighted the contrast between the Fourth of July celebration and the reality of slavery, emphasizing the importance of standing against oppression.

Congress members may have wealth tied to sinister era of US history

Congressmembers' wealth is linked to their ancestors' involvement with slavery.
Descendants of slave owners tend to have significantly higher net worth.
The study highlights the persistent economic advantages stemming from slavery.

Slavery-Related Racial Reckoning is Not Just a Southern Thing, It's a Brooklyn Thing

Viewing slavery-related reckoning as merely a Southern problem is a mistake, Northern history is often overlooked.

The Nation Still Needs a New Birth in Liberty

Readers found the December 2023 issue of The Atlantic, titled "To Reconstruct the Nation," to be poignant, inspiring, and a necessary corrective to previous narratives of American history.
The articles in the issue shed light on the pernicious aftereffects of slavery and the creation of Black Codes, as well as the racist roots of America's juvenile justice system.
Some readers feel that the issue should be read in schools to educate students about the history and ongoing struggles related to Reconstruction and racial and economic progress.
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#african-american-history

Remarkable Documents Lay Bare New York's History of Slavery

Manumission in Northern states often came with restrictions, showcasing the complexities of freedom even after legal emancipation.

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

A Love Story That Endured Through Slavery

Enslaved families faced hardship but found love and comfort in each other during the 19th century.
The value of family relationships and marriages among African Americans during slavery is highlighted by historical accounts.

Remarkable Documents Lay Bare New York's History of Slavery

Manumission in Northern states often came with restrictions, showcasing the complexities of freedom even after legal emancipation.

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

A Love Story That Endured Through Slavery

Enslaved families faced hardship but found love and comfort in each other during the 19th century.
The value of family relationships and marriages among African Americans during slavery is highlighted by historical accounts.
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Pompeii's new secrets revealed: Beauty, sex and slavery

Pompeii's excavations reveal a juxtaposition of sophisticated beauty and harsh realities like slavery and violence inherent in ancient Roman life.
#racism

Racist text messages referencing slavery raise alarms in multiple states and prompt investigations

Racist text messages threatening Black individuals have incited nationwide concern and investigations by law enforcement agencies.

Racist Text Messages Raise Alarms in Multiple States and Prompt Investigations

Racist messages invoking slavery alarm Black communities across the U.S., triggering investigations by the FBI and local authorities.

Feds probe racist cotton-picking' texts sent to Black Americans

Anonymous racist texts invoking slavery prompted nationwide investigations by the FBI and law enforcement agencies, alarming multiple communities.

Newsom signs formal apology for California's role in slavery

California formally apologizes for its role in slavery and racial injustices, marking a significant acknowledgment of historical wrongs.

The FBI is investigating 'very disturbing' racist texts sent to Black Americans across the country

Racist anonymous text messages invoking slavery have alarmed communities across the U.S., prompting investigations by the FBI and other agencies.

'I Was A History Major': CNN's Jake Tapper Pushes Back At Nikki Haley Over Racism Claim

Nikki Haley claimed America has never been a racist country, but Jake Tapper challenged her on this assertion during a town hall event.
Tapper reminded Haley of America's history of slavery and racism, and questioned whether she truly believed that America has never been a racist country.

Racist text messages referencing slavery raise alarms in multiple states and prompt investigations

Racist text messages threatening Black individuals have incited nationwide concern and investigations by law enforcement agencies.

Racist Text Messages Raise Alarms in Multiple States and Prompt Investigations

Racist messages invoking slavery alarm Black communities across the U.S., triggering investigations by the FBI and local authorities.

Feds probe racist cotton-picking' texts sent to Black Americans

Anonymous racist texts invoking slavery prompted nationwide investigations by the FBI and law enforcement agencies, alarming multiple communities.

Newsom signs formal apology for California's role in slavery

California formally apologizes for its role in slavery and racial injustices, marking a significant acknowledgment of historical wrongs.

The FBI is investigating 'very disturbing' racist texts sent to Black Americans across the country

Racist anonymous text messages invoking slavery have alarmed communities across the U.S., prompting investigations by the FBI and other agencies.

'I Was A History Major': CNN's Jake Tapper Pushes Back At Nikki Haley Over Racism Claim

Nikki Haley claimed America has never been a racist country, but Jake Tapper challenged her on this assertion during a town hall event.
Tapper reminded Haley of America's history of slavery and racism, and questioned whether she truly believed that America has never been a racist country.
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#reparations

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

New York City is taking significant steps toward addressing the historical injustices of slavery through proposed reparations and the establishment of dedicated commissions.

City Council passes landmark legislation to acknowledge and address legacy of slavery, paving path for reparations in NYC * Brooklyn Paper

NYC Council passed bills to address slavery's legacy and advance racial justice.

Brooklyn Councilmembers lead the charge for reparations from slavery

Brooklyn City Council passed legislation to initiate reparations for slavery, including a Truth, Healing, and Reconciliation process and a reparations study.

New York City lawmakers approve bill to study slavery and reparations

New York City lawmakers are studying reparations for descendants of enslaved people and addressing the legacy of slavery through proposed legislation.

California to apologize for state's legacy of racism against Black Americans under new law

California formally apologizes for slavery and its lingering effects through new legislation aimed at repairing racial disparities.

California passes legislation to formally apologize for slavery

California formally apologizes for slavery and acknowledges its enduring impacts on Black Americans through new reparations legislation.

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

New York City is taking significant steps toward addressing the historical injustices of slavery through proposed reparations and the establishment of dedicated commissions.

City Council passes landmark legislation to acknowledge and address legacy of slavery, paving path for reparations in NYC * Brooklyn Paper

NYC Council passed bills to address slavery's legacy and advance racial justice.

Brooklyn Councilmembers lead the charge for reparations from slavery

Brooklyn City Council passed legislation to initiate reparations for slavery, including a Truth, Healing, and Reconciliation process and a reparations study.

New York City lawmakers approve bill to study slavery and reparations

New York City lawmakers are studying reparations for descendants of enslaved people and addressing the legacy of slavery through proposed legislation.

California to apologize for state's legacy of racism against Black Americans under new law

California formally apologizes for slavery and its lingering effects through new legislation aimed at repairing racial disparities.

California passes legislation to formally apologize for slavery

California formally apologizes for slavery and acknowledges its enduring impacts on Black Americans through new reparations legislation.
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#us-history

The US Electoral College How the South used slavery for political gain

The Electoral College's origins are tied to slavery and southern political power dynamics, influencing U.S. elections historically.

Northwest Ordinance

The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 organized western land governance, prohibited slavery expansion, and established a pathway for new states to join the Union.

The US Electoral College How the South used slavery for political gain

The Electoral College's origins are tied to slavery and southern political power dynamics, influencing U.S. elections historically.

Northwest Ordinance

The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 organized western land governance, prohibited slavery expansion, and established a pathway for new states to join the Union.
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Archbishop of Canterbury reveals his ancestral link to slavery

Archbishop Welby revealed his ancestor's connection to slavery, advocating for recognition and accountability regarding historical injustices.
#ancestry

Opinion | The Black Identity in Kamala Harris's Jamaican Roots

Millions of Black Americans have slaveholder ancestry, reflecting complex truths about identity and heritage.

Archbishop of Canterbury reveals ancestral links to slavery

Justin Welby confronts his ancestral ties to slavery and emphasizes the Church of England's responsibility to address its historical legacies.

Opinion | The Black Identity in Kamala Harris's Jamaican Roots

Millions of Black Americans have slaveholder ancestry, reflecting complex truths about identity and heritage.

Archbishop of Canterbury reveals ancestral links to slavery

Justin Welby confronts his ancestral ties to slavery and emphasizes the Church of England's responsibility to address its historical legacies.
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#cultural-heritage

The history of Caribbean slavery is being lost. Britain must act now to preserve it | Laura Trevelyan and Nicole Phillip

The Caribbean faces a cultural heritage crisis, with natural disasters destroying historical records of enslaved African people and the need for urgent preservation.

A coffee plantation in Brazil enslaved Africans. Centuries later, their descendants have taken over

The transformation of a former slave plantation into a cultural space underscores the reclamation of heritage by descendants of enslaved individuals.

eBay removes 19th-century slavery document listed for sale on website

eBay investigates sale of slavery-related documents after ethical concerns raised about profiting from historical atrocities.

The history of Caribbean slavery is being lost. Britain must act now to preserve it | Laura Trevelyan and Nicole Phillip

The Caribbean faces a cultural heritage crisis, with natural disasters destroying historical records of enslaved African people and the need for urgent preservation.

A coffee plantation in Brazil enslaved Africans. Centuries later, their descendants have taken over

The transformation of a former slave plantation into a cultural space underscores the reclamation of heritage by descendants of enslaved individuals.

eBay removes 19th-century slavery document listed for sale on website

eBay investigates sale of slavery-related documents after ethical concerns raised about profiting from historical atrocities.
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No UK apology over slavery at Commonwealth

The UK government will not apologize for its role in the transatlantic slave trade during the Commonwealth summit.
#racial-justice

Gavin Newsom signs bill formally apologizing for California's role in chattel slavery

California's formal apology for slavery aims to acknowledge past injustices and establish a memorial at the Capitol.

Some of America's Best Art Is in the Yard

Joe Minter's African Village in America transforms discarded objects into a powerful public art installation that critiques racial injustice and the legacy of slavery.

Gavin Newsom signs bill formally apologizing for California's role in chattel slavery

California's formal apology for slavery aims to acknowledge past injustices and establish a memorial at the Capitol.

Some of America's Best Art Is in the Yard

Joe Minter's African Village in America transforms discarded objects into a powerful public art installation that critiques racial injustice and the legacy of slavery.
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Blame modern decisions, not just ancient history, for economic inequality | Torsten Bell

Historical events have a profound impact on contemporary economic outcomes, according to persistence studies in economics.
#black-history

Put Down the Juneteenth Ice Cream and Pick Up These 15 Books

Close examination of freedom must start with narratives of the enslaved; Juneteenth's significance questioned amidst ongoing impacts of slavery.

The Rights of American Slaves

Enslaved people managed to exercise legal rights, contrary to the narrative that they were completely disenfranchised.
Black communities utilized legal rights despite systemic oppression, showcasing their complex relationship with the law.

Maybe we should be able to laugh at anything. But slavery? | Nels Abbey

Satire and comedy can be used as tools to examine and understand sensitive topics like slavery.
There have been successful examples of comedic and satirical works that explore black history and the black experience.

Put Down the Juneteenth Ice Cream and Pick Up These 15 Books

Close examination of freedom must start with narratives of the enslaved; Juneteenth's significance questioned amidst ongoing impacts of slavery.

The Rights of American Slaves

Enslaved people managed to exercise legal rights, contrary to the narrative that they were completely disenfranchised.
Black communities utilized legal rights despite systemic oppression, showcasing their complex relationship with the law.

Maybe we should be able to laugh at anything. But slavery? | Nels Abbey

Satire and comedy can be used as tools to examine and understand sensitive topics like slavery.
There have been successful examples of comedic and satirical works that explore black history and the black experience.
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University of Virginia Suspends Tours That Emphasized Ties to Slavery

U.Va. suspended campus tours after complaints about their portrayal of the university's ties to slavery.
Changes in the governing board influenced the suspension of the tour service.

The Black Fugitive Who Inspired 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' and Helped End Slavery in the U.S.

John Andrew Jackson's life illustrates the struggle against slavery and its legacies, emphasizing the need for recognition in American history.

A Furious, Forgotten Slave Narrative Resurfaces After Nearly 170 Years

A former slave in Australia wrote a scathing critique of the US Constitution in 1855, condemning it for its role in perpetuating slavery.

Voices of The Enslaved Resonate at Lefferts Historic House Art Exhibit

Legacy cultural institutions like Lefferts Historic House are addressing histories of slavery and land appropriation through artistic initiatives and community engagement.

National monument honoring enslaved Black people set to open in Alabama

The Legacy Sites project by Equal Justice Initiative opens after years of planning.
The Freedom Monument Sculpture Park showcases historical artifacts, art, research, and narratives related to slavery in the U.S.
#nikki-haley

Nikki Haley's refusal to acknowledge America's racism is exactly why schools need to teach about it

Nikki Haley avoids mentioning slavery when asked about the cause of the Civil War.
Haley's response sparks criticism and confusion from the questioner.

Clarence Page: Where the Civil War never seems to end - our presidential campaigns

Nikki Haley's recent gaffe about the causes of the Civil War highlights the ongoing debate and sensitivity surrounding the topic.
Critics accuse Haley of political posturing and failing to acknowledge the role of slavery in causing the Civil War.

Nikki Haley's refusal to acknowledge America's racism is exactly why schools need to teach about it

Nikki Haley avoids mentioning slavery when asked about the cause of the Civil War.
Haley's response sparks criticism and confusion from the questioner.

Clarence Page: Where the Civil War never seems to end - our presidential campaigns

Nikki Haley's recent gaffe about the causes of the Civil War highlights the ongoing debate and sensitivity surrounding the topic.
Critics accuse Haley of political posturing and failing to acknowledge the role of slavery in causing the Civil War.
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#colonialism

Nona Faustine Unearths New York's Buried History of Slavery

Nona Faustine's self-portraits critically engage with historical and political themes such as slavery, colonialism, and feminism.

If Toxic Air Is a Monument to Slavery, How Do We Take It Down? in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The art exhibit by Forensic Architecture investigates human rights violations and examines environmental degradation and cancer risk as manifestations of colonialism and slavery.
The agency uses digital reconstruction, remote sensing, and fluid dynamics simulation to develop evidentiary materials that can be used in various settings.

Nona Faustine Unearths New York's Buried History of Slavery

Nona Faustine's self-portraits critically engage with historical and political themes such as slavery, colonialism, and feminism.

If Toxic Air Is a Monument to Slavery, How Do We Take It Down? in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The art exhibit by Forensic Architecture investigates human rights violations and examines environmental degradation and cancer risk as manifestations of colonialism and slavery.
The agency uses digital reconstruction, remote sensing, and fluid dynamics simulation to develop evidentiary materials that can be used in various settings.
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#alabama

Prisoners are suing Alabama over forced labor, calling it a 'form of slavery'

Current and former Alabama prisoners file a lawsuit alleging that the state's prison labor practices amount to a 'modern-day form of slavery.'
Plaintiffs argue that incarcerated individuals are forced to work for little or no pay, benefiting government entities and private businesses.

Lawsuit Alleges 'Modern-Day Slavery' In Alabama Prison System

Current and former prisoners in Alabama have filed a lawsuit arguing that the state's prison labor system is a form of slavery.
The lawsuit seeks to abolish the labor system and award damages to current and past prisoners.

Prisoners are suing Alabama over forced labor, calling it a 'form of slavery'

Current and former Alabama prisoners file a lawsuit alleging that the state's prison labor practices amount to a 'modern-day form of slavery.'
Plaintiffs argue that incarcerated individuals are forced to work for little or no pay, benefiting government entities and private businesses.

Lawsuit Alleges 'Modern-Day Slavery' In Alabama Prison System

Current and former prisoners in Alabama have filed a lawsuit arguing that the state's prison labor system is a form of slavery.
The lawsuit seeks to abolish the labor system and award damages to current and past prisoners.
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Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward review a plantation hell

Jesmyn Ward's memoir 'Men We Reaped' explores the lives of five men close to her who died prematurely, and her dissatisfaction with her first novel in capturing the realities of young Black people in the South.
Ward's novels, including 'Salvage the Bones' and 'Sing, Unburied, Sing', tackle difficult subjects such as Hurricane Katrina and the challenges faced by impoverished families, while also highlighting the characters' individuality, autonomy, and love despite overwhelming odds.

Prisoners Sue Alabama, Calling Prison Labor System a Form of Slavery'

A group of current and former prisoners in Alabama are suing the state, alleging that the prison labor system is a form of modern-day slavery.
The lawsuit alleges that incarcerated workers are denied parole to force them into prison work programs that generate millions of dollars in profits.

Police bust gang using luxury cars to smuggle Chinese migrants into Italy

Italian police busted a trafficking network using luxury cars to smuggle Chinese migrants, treating them as slaves.

How (& Why) To Explain Juneteenth To Your Kids

Juneteenth, a crucial milestone in Black liberation, only became a federal holiday in 2021, highlighting the overdue recognition of this historic day.
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