So the Smithsonian can’t show that slavery was bad?

BartenderElite said:
"Slavery was nuanced?"

Like....huh?

Nothing nuanced about one of the great evils of American & world history.
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Yes, nuanced. It wasn't one-size-fits-all. And for most of history, slavery only existed because economic alternatives didn't. Technology has done away with virtually all slavery today just as technology was poised to end it in the US regardless of what government did.
 
I absolutely answered the questions...I do love it when you use the quotation marks...
I'm surprised that isn't enough to gain posse acceptance...;)
 
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One of my favorite artists...many of her works celebrated historical contributions from the times of slavery...
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNCd6QcxEpU
 
TOP said:
I didn't refuse....see post #58...
Here's some more: (from A1)
"Despite the brutality of slavery, enslaved people demonstrated resilience and made significant contributions to the development of the Americas, even while enduring unimaginable suffering. Their labor was crucial to the economic success of many colonies and later the United States, particularly in the development of agriculture like cotton, tobacco, and sugar. Beyond economics, enslaved people also shaped culture, music, folklore, and cuisine. Additionally, their resistance and activism played a vital role in the eventual fight for abolition.
Here's a more detailed look at their achievements and triumphs:
Economic Contributions:
Enslaved people were the backbone of the agricultural economy in many parts of the Americas, especially the South. Their labor produced vast quantities of cash crops like cotton, tobacco, and sugar, which fueled the economic growth of the colonies and the United States. For example, the increase in cotton production, largely due to their labor, helped make the US a major economic power.
Cultural Influence:
Enslaved people brought their own cultural traditions from Africa, which blended with European and indigenous cultures to create unique forms of music, dance, storytelling, and cuisine.
Resistance and Self-Emancipation:
While facing immense oppression, enslaved people actively resisted through various means, including work slowdowns, sabotage, running away, and even armed rebellion. Self-purchase, where enslaved individuals bought their freedom, was another form of resistance, though it was not always possible.
Abolitionist Movement:
The suffering of enslaved people and the moral arguments against slavery fueled the abolitionist movement. Many abolitionists, including both white and Black activists, worked tirelessly to raise awareness, organize protests, and ultimately pressure governments to end the institution of slavery.
Legacy of Achievement:
Despite the horrors of slavery, descendants of enslaved people have made significant contributions to society in many fields, including science, arts, sports, and more. For example, inventors like Jan Ernst Matzeliger (shoe-lasting machine) and Lewis Latimer (improvements to the light bulb) made significant contributions to their fields. Figures like Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Sojourner Truth became important figures in the fight for equality and justice. "
Is all of this highlighted in the Smithsonian?
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So you think there are "good sides" to slavery but you had to resort to AI to tell you what they were?


Must have been hard to "teach" back in the days before AI, eh?
 
gmark77 said:
So you think there are "good sides" to slavery but you had to resort to AI to tell you what they were?


Must have been hard to "teach" back in the days before AI, eh?
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I gave other examples...everyone always wants links so that was provided...
It was difficult at all to teach in the days before A! as a matter of fact...;)
 
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