The Life of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and What Just Happened to Black Farmers?
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
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Struggles and Resilience of Black Farmers
This chapter explores the deep-seated connection of a speaker to their family's agricultural heritage in Mississippi, alongside the broader historical challenges faced by Black farmers in America. It discusses the critical implications of recent reductions in USDA support for Black farmers and the stark systemic discrimination that hinders their access to essential funding and resources. The conversation ultimately emphasizes the need for systemic change and the potential for community-driven solutions in addressing these ongoing disparities.
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