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Unveiling the Past: North Carolina's Eugenics Program and the Fight for Justice
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May 11, 2024September 2, 2024America, Conspiracy, Disinformation, Equality, Freedom, Gender, History, Politics

Shedding Light on the Past: North Carolina’s Eugenics Program and the Fight for Justice

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"They cut me open like I was a hog." These harrowing words from Elaine Riddick, a survivor of North Carolina's eugenics program, lay bare the brutal reality faced by thousands of women who were forcibly sterilized under the guise of public health. Stripped of their reproductive rights without consent or understanding, these women became victims of a state-driven agenda aimed at controlling who was deemed "fit" to bear children. This article uncovers the hidden truths of North Carolina's dark past, revealing a legacy of systemic abuse and injustice that reverberates into the present, demanding acknowledgment and action from a new generation.

Chavez Ravine A Neighborhood Erased for Dodger Stadium
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April 10, 2024October 9, 2024America, Capitalism, Conspiracy, Corporate, Equality, Freedom, History, Politics, Racism, Rights, Separatism

Chavez Ravine: A Neighborhood Erased for Dodger Stadium

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Chavez Ravine, once a thriving Mexican-American community in Los Angeles, was demolished in the 1950s under the guise of urban renewal to make way for Dodger Stadium. This article explores the history of Chavez Ravine, the political forces behind its destruction, and the broader implications for racial injustice and housing inequality. Through the lens of urban development, it examines how communities of color were targeted, displaced, and erased, with a legacy that continues to shape housing policy and civil rights struggles in Los Angeles and beyond.

Forgotten Histories: The Fight for Justice in Palm Springs’ Section 14
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March 18, 2024October 9, 2024America, Capitalism, Conspiracy, Corporate, Equality, Freedom, History, Politics, Racism, Rights, Separatism

Forgotten Histories: The Fight for Justice in Palm Springs’ Section 14

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Section 14, located in the heart of Palm Springs, was a vital residential area for Black and Latino communities from the early 1900s to the mid-20th century. As Palm Springs grew into a tourist haven, Section 14 became one of the few places where non-white residents could live due to segregationist policies. This land, owned by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, became a haven for working-class families who helped build the city's infrastructure. Despite its central location, Section 14 was excluded from the city's glamorous image, and its residents were subjected to substandard living conditions, ultimately leading to a brutal campaign of forced evictions and demolitions in the 1950s and 60s, erasing much of its community and history.

The Forgotten Legacy of Joice Heth How a Slave Fueled Barnum’s Fame
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February 25, 2024October 10, 2024America, Capitalism, Equality, Freedom, Gender, History, Media, Racism, Rights, Women

The Forgotten Legacy of Joice Heth: How a Slave Fueled Barnum’s Fame

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P.T. Barnum’s rise to fame is an emblematic reflection of the deeply entrenched inequalities of 19th-century America. Barnum, known as the “Great American Showman,” capitalized on the public’s thirst for spectacle and curiosity, transforming the entertainment landscape with his audacious displays of oddities and curiosities. He is often remembered for founding what became “The Greatest...

Re-evaluation of Freedom: A Historical Study of Systemic Injustices in America from Colonization to the 21st Century
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July 4, 2023July 24, 2023America, Capitalism, Equality, Freedom, Patriotism, Racism

Re-evaluation of Freedom: A Historical Study of Systemic Injustices in America from Colonization to the 21st Century

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Upon closer scrutiny of the American Dream, it becomes evident that while inspiring, has often failed to align with the historical realities experienced by many individuals who call America home. While the dream promotes the belief that America is a land of equal opportunity, the experiences of marginalized communities tell a different story. From the onset of colonization, through the periods of slavery and systemic racism, to the present-day struggles of various minority groups, the nation's history is riddled with contradictions to this quintessential American ideal.