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55. Who gets to be a hero in the story of America?

Intersectionality Matters!

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Portrayal of Slavery in American Mythology and the Impact of the 1619 Project

This chapter explores the romanticized portrayal of slavery in American films and introduces the 1619 project, which reframes the American story by highlighting the pervasive influence of slavery. It discusses the power of different starting points in shaping narratives and the success of the 1619 Project in presenting the unvarnished truth about America's history.

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