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Was the Real Lone Ranger a Black Man?
Although born into slavery, Bass Reeves went on to gain a reputation for bravery and non-compromising honesty as a law man in Indian Territory after the civil war. The only thing that made him hang up his badge and gun was a new 1907 Oklahoma state law that banned this American Descendant of Slaves from holding office as a deputy marshal. Author Art T. Burton wrote the book, Black Gun, Silver Star: The Life and Legend of Frontier Marshal Bass Reeves and stated that Bass Reeves might have inspired the story of the Lone Ranger.
This Could Be the First Slavery Reparations Policy in America
Georgetown University under-graduate students are taking the lead in addressing the issue of compensation for American descendants of slaves (ADOS). They will vote to tax themselves (reconciliation fee) to create a fund to benefit the descendants of 272 slaves sold to save the university.
Scholar Jonathan Metzl: White supremacy is literally killing white people
People do not always act in their own self interest. This is evident in Jonathan Metzl’s book, Dying of Whiteness. Life choices appear to be based on racial hierarchy and willingness to do without or die if it keeps non-whites in their place. Racism trumps living the American dream.
Elisa Shankle Is Encouraging Her Community To Be Brave And Heal
As Women’s History Month 2019 draws to a close, Huffington Post journalist Julia Craven brings to us the stories of 11 black women who are strong yet relatively unknown advocates for the encouragement of others in their community. One of these unsung heroes is Elisa Shankle, co-founder of Brooklyn’s “HealHaus,” a smoothie shop and community space where marginalized members of the community are welcome to come in, enjoy a smoothie, and improve their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Though our world is full of many troubles, how encouraging it is to see folks still taking measures to help each other out!
When Civility Is Used As A Cudgel Against People Of Color
Manifest Destiny as a mind-set and working model has made it clear that America has a duty to civilize the rest of the uncivilized world. The uncivilized masses are to be patient and calm and not “rock the boat”,as they await the privileges that come with Christianity and democracy.
Can the legacy of trauma be passed down the generations?
Recent research shows that experiences of hardship and violence” leave their mark on the body, especially that of the male offspring. What ramifications does this increased violence, especially against black males , have for future generations of black children?
Study Finds Racial Bias In Police Traffic Stops And Searches
Black drivers were about 20 percent more likely than whites to be pulled over, according to an analysis of nearly 100 million cases. By Sarah Ruiz-Grossman, Huffington Postpolice A large-scale study of traffic stops across the U.S. found significant black-versus-white disparities in how often drivers were stopped and searched by police, as well as evidence of…
‘Lady Liberty’ Patricia Okoumou Will Not Go to Prison for July 4th Protest
Patricia Okoumou is an immigration activist who uses peaceful protests to bring attention to this topic. She made headlines by climbing the statue of liberty and faced jail time. However, the jail time was revoked and she was given parole and community service.
Manager Called 911 After Falsely Accusing Black Man of Sneaking into Movie Theater
An AMC movie theater manager calls 911 on a black customer after falsely accusing him of sneaking into movie theater without paying. The man, Larry Shelton, plans on filing a lawsuit against the movie theater.
New York City Commission on Human Rights Launches Campaign to Combat Racism
Today, Friday, March 22nd, 2019, New York City’s Commission on Human Rights launched a new campaign to fight anti-black racism and discrimination on its city’s streets. With so-called “micro-aggression” becoming all too common, CCHR hopes that the “While Black” campaign will encourage all those who are victims of anti-black racism or discrimination to report the incidents — no matter the caliber of the situation. Their message is simple, and we here at ABHM join them in proclaiming it: “We care.”
Detroit senior takes college entry applications by the horns; gets accepted to dozens of schools
Detroit senior who applied to over 50 colleges was accepted into 41 so far, and even received a full ride scholarship.
The Lesser-Known History of African-American Cowboys
Nate Love, Will Pickens and Bose Ikard are Black cowboys left out, or briefly mentioned in American History books. As with Native Americans, Black cowboys are still an integral part of contemporary life life in the US.
Mock student slave auction rocks private Westchester school
Yet another mock slavery auction in a fifth grade classroom where black students are sold to white students. Lesson plan training is needed in order for teachers to plan and teach history that respects all students in the classroom.
Reggie Jackson: Why the bully in Blackface never really has to apologize
Those who use blackface and feign ignorance of are guilty of bullying. Such bullying indicates a total disregard for the feelings of African Americans and the sometimes violent consequences of such actions.
Wisconsin GOP lawmakers force Colin Kaepernick’s name out of Black History Month resolution
White Republican legislators in Wisconsin continue to dictate who is worth of honor during Black History Month. Colin Kaepernick is deemed too controversial, due to his kneeling during the National Anthem.
MKE Turners Turn $4,000 into a $16,000 Gift to Support ABHM
Milwaukee Turners organization, its leadership, members, and supporters raised $8000 to support ABHM. With the dollar-for-dollar match by philanthropist and MKE County Executive Chris Abele, this resulted in a total gift of $16,000 to the museum! The Milwaukee Turners, founded by abolitionists in the 1850s, is the oldest civic organization in the city and has been deeply committed to social justice since its founding.
Why a Town Is Finally Honoring a Black Veteran Attacked by Its Police Chief
New York Times journalist Audra D.S. Burch passes on to us the story of the late Sgt. Isaac Woodard, Jr., a decorated African American service member in the U.S. Army during World War II. As he returned home after his service to our nation ended, Sgt. Woodard was hauled off of his bus, brutally assaulted, and jailed. As a result of his injuries, Sgt. Woodard lost his sight, on top of being denied the basic rights of freedom and liberty that he had just returned from faithfully protecting.
Louisiana police issue statement regarding officers’ blackface pictures
By Brianna Rhodes, thegrio.com A Louisiana police department is the latest culprit tied to a blackface yearbook scandal this month. According to NBC News, an old photo has circulated revealing two white Baton Rouge officers, Lt. Don Stone and Capt. Frankie Caruso, wearing paint on their face and body appearing to be Black. The picture, which is over twenty-years-old, has caused the…
Ralph Northam, blackface and medical apartheid: An American nightmare
Governor Ralph Northam’s yearbook photo in black face is just the latest public image medicine apartheid. How many more instances of such practices have yet to be uncovered?
The “Slave Bible” Removed Key Biblical Passages In Order to Legitimize Slavery & Discourage a Slave Rebellion (1807)
When the “slave bible” was introduced to the West Indies, it sanctioned and legitimized slavery as ordained by God. This version of the bible was one weapon used by the slave owners to put down slave rebellions.
