The 1619 Project - The New York Times

The 1619 Project - The New York Times: American slavery began 400 years ago this month. This is referred to as the country’s original sin, but it is more than that: It is the country’s true origin.



The struggle against slavery and Jim Crow, by Black people for equality has done more to make American as democratic as it is than any other force - including the War of Independence.  And the contribution to our culture of Black people via music, and blood shed - similarly surpasses any other single force,  There is no America without African Americans.

Appallingly Donald Trump began his day by denouncing this important project of the New York Times as "fake news".  Quite the reverse - it is of great importance. - gwc