Tag: politics
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Between Liberty and Legacy: Why July Fourth Is Complicated for Many African Americans
Every year, when fireworks fill the sky and people come together for Independence Day, I feel a mix of emotions. As an American with African roots, I am proud of my country and feel a strong sense of patriotism. I have spent time researching the American Revolution and learning about the overlooked stories of Black…
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When History Echoes: Lessons from the Revolutionary War in America Today
Before America declared its independence in 1776, before there was a Constitution, and before the nation even knew what it would become, people of African descent were already here. They were explorers, sailors, interpreters, farmers, craftsmen, soldiers, laborers, entrepreneurs, and property owners. Their presence in North America dates to the earliest years of European exploration.…
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The Challenges of Tracing African American History
On this episode of The Neighborhood Law Center, I joined host Melvin Burruss for a conversation about why tracing African American ancestry can be especially challenging — and how families can still build strong, evidence-based histories. We talked about how the law shaped the way Black lives were recorded. Because enslaved people were legally treated…
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