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.
Opinion | The Sidney Awards
Francis Williams, a Black scholar and scientist, countered racial stereotypes through his life and a powerful portrait, showcasing his intellect and status.
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.
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.
Opinion | The Sidney Awards
Francis Williams, a Black scholar and scientist, countered racial stereotypes through his life and a powerful portrait, showcasing his intellect and status.
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.
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.
The Problem of Immigration in a Slaveholding Republic by Kevin Kenny (Book Review)
American immigration policy has deep roots in slavery, evolving significantly from local to national oversight over centuries.
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.
The Power of a False Lost Cause' Christmas Myth
Christmas traditions have been manipulated politically, obscuring the realities of slavery and influencing contemporary political movements in the U.S.
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.
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.
The Problem of Immigration in a Slaveholding Republic by Kevin Kenny (Book Review)
American immigration policy has deep roots in slavery, evolving significantly from local to national oversight over centuries.
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.
The Power of a False Lost Cause' Christmas Myth
Christmas traditions have been manipulated politically, obscuring the realities of slavery and influencing contemporary political movements in the U.S.
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.
The Smithsonian Looks at How the Slave Trade Shaped the World
The exhibition 'In Slavery's Wake' personalizes the trans-Atlantic slave trade, emphasizing individual stories through artifacts that reveal the human cost of this migration.
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.
In Alabama, plans to preserve the last transatlantic slave ship are taking shape
The Clotilda shipwreck symbolizes the intertwined history of slavery and resilience in America, advocating for preservation to honor those affected.
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.
The Smithsonian Looks at How the Slave Trade Shaped the World
The exhibition 'In Slavery's Wake' personalizes the trans-Atlantic slave trade, emphasizing individual stories through artifacts that reveal the human cost of this migration.
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.
In Alabama, plans to preserve the last transatlantic slave ship are taking shape
The Clotilda shipwreck symbolizes the intertwined history of slavery and resilience in America, advocating for preservation to honor those affected.
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.
The Rich And Flavorful History Of Caribbean Barbecue - Tasting Table
Barbecue is a complex culinary tradition rooted in African, Indigenous, and Caribbean influences, shaped through historical narratives and cultural exchanges.
What Do 5 Million Brazilians Have in Common? A Name With a Grim Past
The surname Silva, once a symbol of shame from slavery in Brazil, has evolved into a symbol of resistance and cultural identity.
How the Burial Ground of My Enslaved African Ancestors Became a Historical Landmark
The author's genealogical journey reveals deep personal history linked to slavery, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging painful truths about ancestry.
Biden, in Angola, Recalls Bitter Legacy of Slavery
Biden's visit to Angola emphasized confronting historical injustices, particularly the legacy of slavery, as a critical part of national identity.
US history of enslavement in spotlight as Biden speaks in Angola
Biden's speech at Angola's National Museum of Slavery emphasizes recognition and reconciliation regarding the history of slavery in America and efforts to honor impacted cultures.
Biden, in Angola, Recalls Bitter Legacy of Slavery
Biden's visit to Angola emphasized confronting historical injustices, particularly the legacy of slavery, as a critical part of national identity.
US history of enslavement in spotlight as Biden speaks in Angola
Biden's speech at Angola's National Museum of Slavery emphasizes recognition and reconciliation regarding the history of slavery in America and efforts to honor impacted cultures.
Brooklyn's Forgotten Black Historical Stories Shine in New Book
Brooklyn has a complex history as a slaveholding capital with significant free Black communities, challenging common narratives about slavery in the North.
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.
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.
New York turns 400-years-old in silence and with a Latin accent
New York City's 400th-anniversary goes unnoticed, overshadowed by history of devastation and trauma
Brooklyn's Forgotten Black Historical Stories Shine in New Book
Brooklyn has a complex history as a slaveholding capital with significant free Black communities, challenging common narratives about slavery in the North.
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.
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.
New York turns 400-years-old in silence and with a Latin accent
New York City's 400th-anniversary goes unnoticed, overshadowed by history of devastation and trauma
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.