Tag: african american history
A classical liberal perspective on the significance of Juneteenth
June 19, 2023 | Post
Juneteenth has long served as an occasion to commemorate and celebrate the end of slavery in the American South. What are the key points involved in America’s newest federal holiday from a classical liberal perspective?
The Week in Review: #BlackLivesMatter, African American History, and The Syrian Ceasefire Dissolves
September 23, 2016 | Post
This week brought us more than just the first day of Fall. Check out this week’s links below to get caught up. The city of Charlotte, North Carolina has declared a state of emergency and imposed a curfew in response to protests in the wake of another black man fatally shot by police. This week’s […]
Emmett Till Was Murdered 61 Years Ago, But Racism Lives On
August 28, 2016 | Post
The tragic story of Emmett’s journey from Chicago to Mississippi and back is a poignant tale that resonates today. We are reminded of modern day Emmetts whose short lives and senseless deaths in some way sadly represent an ongoing cycle.