America had an African zoo captive, and he ended his life on this day
Have you heard of Ota Benga? His life and death highlights one of many racially motivated atrocities faced by people of African decent in America. The Congolese native and Mbuti pygmy was captured and part of an exhibit for the St. Louis World Fair. Trapped in the captivity of the museum for years, Benga would commit suicide by firing a borrowed revolver in to his chest after chipping the caps off his teeth and starting a ceremonial fire. In what ways are African Americans treated like spectacles today? How can we prevent being mocked?
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Ohio sees decline in number of hate, ‘patriot’ groups | The Columbus Dispatch
Ohio sees decline in number of hate, ‘patriot’ groups | The Columbus Dispatch
The number of hate groups and “patriot” groups in Ohio each fell by about 14 percent in 2013,
according to data released yesterday by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
The number of hate groups and “patriot” groups in Ohio each fell by about 14 percent in 2013,
according to data released yesterday by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
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