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black and white photos have been lying to you.

As I was doing research on this thesis the photos of lynching really got me. I rarely have immediate jarring reactions, but seeing a hanging body with people seemingly joyous around stings.

We’re not so far removed from it. Those are some of our grandparents and even great grandparents. The evolution of technology can blur the lines / create a distortion.

Tap Dance is Political: Noise Funk #bringbackdanoise

Happy Juneteenth‼️ I have so many of these videos of Paw Paw (93 yrs old) telling stories and I’m so glad I found this one right in time for today!

Juneteenth is a day to Celebrate the community yall. So take a moment to remember the stories and the voices that helped create these traditions. #juneteenth Love yall ❤️

JUNETEENTH 🖤

Juneteenth celebrates freedom and marks the end of slavery in the United States. 🇺🇸🖤

Today, I celebrate freedom in all its forms, and the right to reclaim the waters that have always been part of our story. 🌊🖤

Happy Juneteenth. These lyrics are segregated.

Community members in Senatobia, Mississippi are continuing to make their voices heard following the tragic officer-involved shooting that claimed the life of a 1-year-old child. As protests and calls for accountability grow, some residents have reportedly joined boycott efforts, leaving local businesses seeing a noticeable drop in traffic. Meanwhile, officials have announced that the officer involved has been placed on administrative leave pending further investigation. The case continues to draw attention across Mississippi as many await more answers and updates. 🕊️💔🎥🔥

Video: Marquell Bridges

William Casby was born into ensalvement in 1857 and died in 1970. These images were take by Richard Avendon.

They took down the portrait of General Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., the first Black four-star general in U.S. history.

A man who flew 179 combat missions and dedicated his life to serving this country. You can remove a portrait from a wall, but you can’t erase what he accomplished.