Slavery was abolished in the USA 144 years ago. Now there is a bill in the Senate apologizing for it.
Here's my take on it:
No one alive today had anything whatsoever to do with slavery. No one alive was a slave, or owned slaves. It was officially made illegal by the government. And it's not like the slave trade was conducted solely by America. The slaves were generally kidnapped by Arabs in Africa, and sold to white slave traders to bring to America, as well as OTHER countries.
Find me a culture, race, or country that has not had some sort of oppression levied against it in its history. Like it or not, mankind is a warlike race.
There is also some controversy from the members of the Congressional Black Caucus because the bill also has this disclaimer at the end: "Nothing in this resolution (A) authorizes or supports any claim against the United States or (B) serves as a settlement of any claim against the United States."
Why are they upset at this? Do they still want the option of suing the federal government? Well, let's not deny them that legal option. But first, you have to renounce your citizenship and return to the country of your ancestors. Why? Because by living here and enjoying life in these United States, you legitimize the fact that you are a citizen. You accept the fact that this is your country, no matter how your ancestors came here. Prove you are offended by slavery by putting your money where your mouth is. Show us that you truly believe the USA is so bad that you move from it, forever renouncing your citizenship. THEN you can sue.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
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