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Rebroadcast: Nikole Hannah-Jones on the 1619 Project and how the legacy of slavery shapes America
Jul 2, 2022
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Nikole Hannah-Jones discusses the 1619 Project, reframing American history around the legacy of slavery. She explores the impact of slavery on America's wealth, the Haitian Revolution's significance, and challenges traditional narratives of patriotism and democracy.
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- The 1619 Project highlights the ownership of slaves by key historical figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.
- Language choice in historical narratives can reveal the true horrors of slavery and challenge historical perceptions.
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Historical Figures and Slavery
The podcast discusses how many of the early presidents of the United States, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, owned slaves. Nicole Hannah Jones, the creator of the 1619 Project, emphasizes the role of slavery in the nation's history by highlighting the enslavement of key historical figures.
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