Black History month is a time that we reflect on the historical legacy of African Americans.
African Americans have made countless contributions to our society all the while facing overwhelming opposition and insurmountable obstacles.
Many of the brightest minds in our society are African American. Many more of these bright minds were never given the chance to succeed.
We acknowledge that African Americans have been victims of systematic oppression.
This is a persisting problem that has penetrated every facet of our society. This is part of a larger problem that minority groups face. This global phenomenon has occurred throughout history.
Subtle differences between us have been used as justifications for division. This is even more pronounced when one faction wields unparalleled power. This power can be expressed through political, psychological, economic, and militaristic means.
This prejudice is often a result of tribalism, which at its extreme can tear at the fabric of an organized society. These minor differences are not reasons for condemnation, they are causes for celebration.
No minority group should be condemned to fight these battles alone.
Student publications asks students, regardless of their defining characteristics to stand against inequality.
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