Alexia Fernández Campbell

In this discussion, journalist Alexia Fernandez-Campbell, a leading voice at the Center for Public Integrity, unravels the compelling story of Skidaway Island, once a thriving Black community. The conversation dives into the heartbreaking loss of land promised to freedmen post-Civil War, revealing buried legal documents that highlight this historical injustice. Listeners learn about the journey of a descendant discovering her ancestor’s title, and the exploration of reparations for those affected by generations of land dispossession. It's a poignant reflection on legacy and equity.