- Historical Blame and Support:
- Some people blame an entire group without understanding history, overlooking that some white people have supported Black equality.
- Indifference and Resistance:
- Historically, the majority of white people have been indifferent or resistant to Black equality. This pattern persists across political parties, regions, and ages.
- Evidence from History:
- Surveys, polls, interviews, voting records, and speeches from slavery to the Civil Rights Movement to Black Lives Matter show consistent resistance or indifference.
- Facing Reality for Change:
- Acknowledging this historical pattern is essential for driving meaningful change, rather than labeling people as inherently bad.
- Conclusion:
- To create progress, we must confront and understand this historical indifference and resistance.
African American Facts Not Taught in Public Schools
African American History