Douglass wondered what the enslaved might say if they were called from the plantations to reflect on themes of liberty, justice and equality.
How might their words differ from the prose of the free orators normally asked to comment on American ideals?
On Independence Day, what would those who lost loved ones in the Buffalo mass shooting have to say about justice in America?
What musings about liberty could we expect from those who endure unjust sentencing or are pulled over for driving while Black?
On the Fourth of July we are encouraged to unfurl our flags, belt out a rendition of “God Bless America” and grill burgers in humble gratitude.
Persons:
Frederick Douglass, Douglass, Black
Organizations:
Buffalo, America
Locations:
America