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Today, Explained

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Callie House and the Fight for Reparations

This chapter delves into the life of Callie House, a vital yet underappreciated figure in the early reparations movement, advocating for pensions for former slaves. It examines her struggles against government opposition and highlights Frederick Douglass's critique of the federal government's neglect of reparations for black Americans.

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