In this livestream, I will be exploring the history of the Bracero Program and how millions of Mexican farmworkers were recruited to work in the United States during World War II and beyond. The program was presented as a solution to labor shortages, but many braceros faced harsh working conditions, broken promises, discrimination, and exploitation. […]
What do White Americans learn – in the classroom, in the media, and in life – about race and about our racial history growing up? How does media, popular music (like rap), and what we learn about history impact the way Black Americans are viewed and their perceptions and beliefs about race in America? Are […]
What do White Americans learn – in the classroom, in the media, and in life – about race and about our racial history growing up? How does media, popular music (like rap), and what we learn about history impact the way Black Americans are viewed and their perceptions and beliefs about race in America? Are […]
“I Did See Black People in Pop Culture” What do White Americans learn – in the classroom, in the media, and in life – about race and about our racial history growing up? How does media, popular music (like rap), and what we learn about history impact the way Black Americans are viewed and their […]
Is it also valid and important to look at the effects of slavery on poor White Americans to understand how it shaped their views and feelings? Can we teach American history in a way that captures the unique experiences and perspectives of both Black & White Americans but doesn’t breed defensiveness and divisions among Americans? […]
Explore the poignant story of Bobby Hutton, a member of the Black Panther Party, and his tragic death in this compelling video. Delve into Hutton’s involvement in the civil rights movement and his role as one of the youngest leaders in the Black Panther Party. Learn about the circumstances surrounding his death and the impact […]
Discover American history through a different lens with “A People’s History of the United States” by Howard Zinn. This short video explores how Zinn’s groundbreaking work sheds light on the narratives and voices often marginalized in traditional historical accounts. From indigenous struggles to civil rights movements, this video highlights the importance of recognizing diverse perspectives […]
Discover American history through a different lens with “A People’s History of the United States” by Howard Zinn. This short video explores how Zinn’s groundbreaking work sheds light on the narratives and voices often marginalized in traditional historical accounts. From indigenous struggles to civil rights movements, this video highlights the importance of recognizing diverse perspectives […]
Watch this video Right Now!! https://youtu.be/W7t3M5qLdRY In this captivating video, we delve into the influence of contemporary rap artists like Rick Ross and 21 Savage and their potential to be catalysts for change in their communities. Drawing inspiration from the legacies of revolutionary musicians such as Curtis Mayfield and Nina Simone, we explore how rappers […]
In honor of Black History Month, Unchenna explores the complex history of Black and African-American characters in videogames. » Subscribe to NowThis Nerd: http://go.nowth.is/Nerd_Subscribe For Black History Month 2019, we wanted to explore the evolution of Black characters in video games, from the earliest days of the medium to modern heroes in Assassins Creed, Watch […]