Whiteness Fascination with War and Destruction
Why Whiteness Struggles to Exist in Peace The fascination with war and destruction lies at the heart of the historical narrative surrounding “whiteness,” the dominant...
Author : joe bodego
King Nzinga Mbemba
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King Nzinga Mbemba, later baptized as Afonso I, was one of the most significant rulers in African history and the sixth King of Kongo, reigning...
The Historical Irony of European Anti-Immigration Sentiment
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In recent years, anti-immigration rallies and political movements have gained momentum across Europe. Protesters march through streets, bearing slogans about protecting borders and preserving national...
White Compartmentalization
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The Paradox of Embracing Black Culture While Perpetuating Hatred One of the most perplexing aspects of racial dynamics in America is what can be described...
Predatory Lending Practices
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In the United States, predatory lending practices have long been a tool of economic exploitation, disproportionately targeting African American communities. These practices—characterized by unfair, deceptive,...
40 Acres and a Mule
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In the tumultuous aftermath of the Civil War, as the United States grappled with how to rebuild itself after years of bloodshed, a fleeting moment...
We Weren’t Supposed to Be Here
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The Aftermath of Slavery and America’s Unpreparedness for Freedom When the Emancipation Proclamation was signed on January 1, 1863, followed by the ratification of the...
The Royal Proclamation of 1763
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Origins, Impact, and Legacy The Royal Proclamation of 1763, issued by King George III on October 7, 1763, stands as one of the most significant...
The Gradual Civilization Act of 1857
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Assimilation Policy and Indigenous Impact The Gradual Civilization Act, formally known as “An Act to Encourage the Gradual Civilization of Indian Tribes in this Province,...
The Three-Fifths Compromise
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The Three-Fifths Compromise had profound implications for American politics and society that extended well beyond its mathematical formula. The compromise appears in Article I, Section...