
A Case for Reparations
Keen On America
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The Financial Ties of Wall Street to Slavery
Delving into the historical connection between Wall Street bankers and slavery, this chapter uncovers how financial gains were made through lending money to plantations for purchasing enslaved individuals. The debate around reparations focuses on the wealth accumulated by institutions like Citibank of New York from slavery, raising questions about accountability and responsibility within the American capitalist system. Exploring the international dimension, the chapter contrasts the recognition of historical responsibility by UK banks with the lack of progress in the US, highlighting the need for a comprehensive societal effort towards reparations.
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