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Opinion & Analysis
On the Ethics of Using the ‘N-Word’ in the Classroom
The reality is that when teachers say or write “N-word,” students know exactly what it symbolizes without any further explanation.
Opinion & Analysis
Racial Epistemology and Its Discontents: What Really Makes Concepts ‘Divisive’
The idea that whiteness entails some kind of cognitive dysfunction is certainly offensive to those individuals invested in their whiteness...
Opinion
Americans Frequently Use Hate to Push Political Agendas and Protect Whiteness
There has nearly always been a place for hate in America, provided it is widespread. When it's not the attitude of the majority, hate may be loudly condemned.
Opinion & Analysis
Christian Nationalism Is a Political Movement and Its Primary Goal Is Power
Among apologists for Christian nationalism today, the favored myth is that the movement represents an extension of the abolitionism of the 19th century.
History
The Myth of the First Thanksgiving Is a Buttress of White Nationalism and Needs to Go
The Thanksgiving myth has served to reinforce White Christian dominance in the U.S., and it's well past time to dispense with the myth and its White nationalist connotations.
Books
Slavery and Your Upcoming Plantation Christmas Tour
Once again this fall, historic southern mansions and plantation sites are gearing up for the annual Christmas season influx of tourists.
Features
Former Slaves’ Observance of Civil War Dead Led to Creation of Memorial Day
In the recognition of the anniversary of the American Civil War, let us not forget that freed slaves created Memorial Day.
Books
‘Resisting Equality’ Looks at Citizens’ Council Hand in Duration of Racism
How does racism survive? This is one of the questions taken up by Stephanie Rolph in her new book, "Resisting Equality: The Citizens’ Council, 1954-1989."
