The Mystique of the Confederacy is on Life Support in Genealogy
Heritage not hate, “Good to their slaves” narratives, and Scarlet O’Hara dreams have the death rattle. It’s time to get ourselves together.
Why Genealogists Should Care About Trump’s Agenda
In an attempt to “trim the fat,” the nearly inaugurated president-elect may kill a huge resource for family history researchers.
Why We Won’t Ever “Get Over”
A note about why we need to take responsibility for our low down ancestors and stop expecting the recipients of their wrongdoing to respond how we want them to.
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Georgetown, George Washington, and Why People of Color Are Not Shocked
People of color have NOT had their collective jaws on the ground for the last few months. Here’s why.
The Other 99.4% of Hercules
Why a recently published children’s book makes slavery look as simple as sugar.
The Great Equalizer
How the results of genealogical DNA tests can alter conversations about race in the United States.
Dear family historian…
Here’s the truth about the passion you’re nurturing.
Ain’t I a Slave Quarters?
The equivalent of building a multi-million dollar housing development with the ovens at Auschwitz as the centerpiece.
That Flag and a Pair of Historical Roller Skates
Don’t let your fellow society members or the younger generations of your family suffer from a severe case of “innocent ignorance.”
My Slavecestors Names
Listing the names of their slaves is only half the story.
Your Slavecestors Should Be Televised
Outright omission is just as bad as saying it never happened.
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