
Our complicated relationship with the flag
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Flags of Pride and Struggle
This chapter examines the complex relationship Black Americans have with the American flag, representing both pride and oppression. Through historical accounts, including the story of Jehu Grant, it discusses the duality of serving a country that often marginalized them. The conversation also contrasts the American flag with the Pan-African flag, highlighting the ongoing debates within the Black community about identity, representation, and patriotism.
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