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Reading J. Sakai’s "Settlers” w/ Jared Ware (Pt.1)

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Revisiting Settler Colonialism

This chapter critically examines the Anglo settlers' origins, challenging the idealized portrayal of the pilgrim narrative and revealing their socio-economic roots. It explores the implications of Bacon's Rebellion, the dynamics of black-white solidarity, and the violent realities of land acquisition through genocide and slavery. Furthermore, it critiques traditional narratives around labor, class structures, and white working class identity, emphasizing the roles of indigenous and enslaved populations in shaping early American history.

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