I enjoyed reading F. Basic Tenets to critical race theory. The shifting portrayal of minority groups in media highlights the dynamic nature of societal perceptions. At one point, a group may be stereotyped as compliant and reinforcing existing power structures. Later, as social conditions evolve, they may be depicted as threatening or dangerous, reflecting fears and prejudices of the time. This can be related back to when Ebola first came around.
This pattern underscores the importance of critically examining media representations and understanding how they contribute to the construction and reinforcement of stereotypes. By recognizing the influence of historical and cultural contexts on these portrayals, we can work towards challenging stereotypes and promoting more nuanced and inclusive narratives.
Learning about what happened in Tulsa makes me sick. The Tulsa Race Massacre was a horrific event that occurred in 1921 in the Greenwood District of Tulsa Oklahoma. A white mob attacked "Black Wall Street," destroying homes, businesses, and churches. Hundreds of Black residents were killed, and thousands were left homeless. It resulted in significant loss of life and property, yet it was largely omitted from history books and public discourse for decades. I disagree with the Chamber of Commerce attorneys statement that it was horrible but the nuisance it caused was not ongoing. The Tulsa Race Massacre had significant ongoing consequences that reverberated for generations. Many Black families were FORCIBLY displaced from their homes and businesses, and their property was confiscated or destroyed. This loss of generational wealth had long-lasting effects on the stability of Black families in Tulsa. Also the trauma of the massacre, including witnessing violence, losing loved ones, and experiencing displacement, had profound effects on survivors and more importantly their descendants. This type of trauma is often passed down through generations, contributing to ongoing social and emotional challenges within the community and with authority figures. The experience also fostered a distrust that has persisted over time and continues to impact community-police relations and perceptions of justice in the black community. I could go on and on about how the Tulsa Race Massacre had profound and enduring consequences that continue to shape the experiences and realities of Black communities in Tulsa
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