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Thinking Allowed

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The Historical Development of Overconsumption and Overproduction of Cane Sugar

This chapter explores the historical development of overconsumption and overproduction of cane sugar, arguing that it is a collective problem that needs to be addressed politically. The speaker discusses the ongoing debate surrounding reparations for slavery and shares a personal story of visiting sugar plantations in Grenada, confronting the legacy of slavery and the involvement of their own family. The chapter concludes with a reminder of the lasting effects of slavery and sugar plantations in the present day.

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