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Interesting article about Africans that decided to die instead of being slaves. Which doesn't make sense to me. To me, if you going to die, die for a reason. Die for a cause. Die fighting to help save others, not jumping to your death without even trying. I learned Black History from The Klans, Muslims, and the President of the United States of America. Click below to read about my version of why slaves jumped to their death. https://lnkd.in/e8VncvNf

Re: Black ECONOMIC Slaves in America!!! Ken L. Harris, Ph.D. I agree 100% with YOU. Three years ago, I launched a social impact private equity real estate fund. BLACK AMERICANS WITH THEIR [ FANCY CORPORATE JOB TITLES ] REFUSE TO BUILD WEALTH BY WORKING TOGETHER AS A PEOPLE. Noted exceptions: Black medical doctors and Black corporate lawyers have been our best investors (represents 40% of the capital we have raised). Last month, a Black woman, a former Wall Street Investment Trader (at a top three American bank) invested $100,000 in BREF Fund I, LLC. Our minimum investment is $10,000. Our goal is to “Build Wealth and Create Jobs for Black people.” BREF Fund I, LLC generates a 50% annual rate of return on every dollar we invest with Black real estate entrepreneurs. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eev9VgKR. Our business model is very simple: 1 - We ONLY raise investment capital from Black people; 2 - We ONLY invest with Black real estate entrepreneurs: 3 - We ONLY invest in Black communities in America. I am restricted by the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) per Regulation D from ONLY raising investment capital from accredited investors (persons with incomes of $200,000 or more). To date, we have ONLY raised a little over One Million Dollars in equity and debt. Every other racial group works together to build economic prosperity for their own people. The crazy thing is that every other racial group is getting RICH by investing in residential housing (i.e.: rent paying tenants) in Black communities, except Black Americans. My plan is to keep working with those Black accredited investors that want to FREE themselves from the economic plantation. I welcome the opportunity to work with you, I will contact you directly on LinkedIn. All the best, Thomas Lopez-Pierre President/CEO Black Real Estate Forum, LLC

As a white man, it's easy for me to quietly wade through black history month each year, liking/commenting on posts, unsure of how else to participate. If you've ever felt something similar, below are three books that are a great start for anyone interested in understanding some of the darker moments of our history that led us to where we are as a country. 1. The Color of Law. Outlines the history behind racist housing policies that shaped how our cities formed, and with it, so many facets of society. 2. Divided by Faith. For my Christian brothers and sisters, this one was hard to read. It paints a sobering picture of how the church enabled (and in many cases perpetuated) slavery/racism in the U.S., and how our churches often still illustrate that division today. 3. Just Mercy. Last but definitely not least, the incredible true story of Bryan Stevenson and his work fighting wrongfully incarcerated inmates on death row. You can never go wrong by quietly educating yourself and asking questions. If you ask questions from a place of authenticity and humility, those questions will lead to conversation, which for many is the most important step you can take.

As we learn and share our stories, we take a step towards liberation. We embrace our identities, honor our ancestors, and advocate for justice. Black archives are more than just a collection of objects - they are a guide towards our enlightenment. In these archives, we find the stories of our heroes and heroines - the people who have fought for our freedom and equality. We see the resilience and creativity of Black communities, even in the face of oppression. We celebrate our victories and mourn our losses, knowing that each narrative shared is a glimmer of truth. #blackarchives #blackhistory #blackculture #liberation #knowing #enlightenment #heroes #heroines #resilience #creativity #oppression #victories #losses #stories #power #voices

Juneteenth honors the day that the end of slavery was announced in Galveston, TX by Major General Gordon Granger on June 19, 1965. During the Civil War, many enslavers fled southern states to Texas with their captives to maintain the enslavement system. There weren't enough Union troops in Texas to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation (January 1, 1863), and Texas was the final state to release some 250k enslaved Black people two and a half years after the executive order was issued. The Juneteenth Flag was created by Ben Haith in 1977, and is full of symbolism: • The Star in the center has dual meaning. It represents the state of Texas, which was the first state to recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday. The star also represents freedom for African Americans in all 50 states. • The supernova/Starburst surrounding the single star represents a new beginning for African Americans, just as the supernova is the birth of a new star. • The arc in the middle of the flag represents a new horizon, full of the opportunities and promise that lay ahead for Black Americans. • The colors red white and blue serves as a reminder that the formerly enslaved and their descendants are just as American as anyone else - if not more so. The colors are a commitment to live up to the ideals of liberty and justice for all. "Juneteenth has never been a celebration of victory or an acceptance of the way things are. It's a celebration of progress. It's an affirmation that despite the most painful parts of our history, change is possible - and there is still much work to do" - Barack Obama.

Let us never forget that Black History is an integral part of American History that should never be forgotten or rewritten without its’ original truths. Therefore with today being the last day of Black History Month, let us all be forever thankful for our ancestors who made today possible for us. Let us all daily honor & remember their contributions to America & all of the four corners of this world. It’s time for us to start building onto our predecessor’s legacies & work diligently to erase the negative stereotypes of our people. Let us all work together to move the dream forward for our future generations. Let us all work together to stop the senseless killing of our fellow brothers & sisters. Let us all work together with our other brothers & sisters of different races & creeds to create better communities, states & nations. Let us all work together to genuinely help each other become better. Let us all work together to educate each other instead of trying to eradicate each other. The Rights we have today should never be taken for granted because those Rights came from our ancestor’s blood, sweat, tears & prayers. Our ancestors didn’t struggle, sacrifice & die for us to regress. We must progress & never surrender to those things that threaten our progress.✊🏾 #BlackHistory #AmericanHistory #LoveMore #UnderstandMore #BuildMore #UniteMore #EndHate #Explore #ExplorePage

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Today is Juneteenth, the commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a day to celebrate liberation, reflect on the racial injustices that have endured for centuries, and educate ourselves on Black history and anti-racism. Read more about the rich history of Juneteenth and learn how to honor this day: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF

Fox News Author Interview, Black Self-Genocide by Wellington Boone (2016). https://lnkd.in/etZR4_ch  and https://lnkd.in/eKFy-M9T  I came from the ghetto and I clearly know how dangerous it is. I'm a Black American man. If I walk down the street of any inner city in America, I'm in far more danger from people of my own race than from any White policeman. This is not a new phenomenon. So this flies in the face of what Black Lives Matter has been saying. We need to understand that our destiny comes from God Almighty. God has ordained that this group of people would be a servant people that would know how to call out the will of God to a nation that really needs God right now. Here we are running to the government when we should be running to God. We celebrate the Civil Rights movement but it took Black people from the altar of the church and led them to the steps of the federal government. Guys are trying to get us to go back to the federal government, blaming White people for the conditions of the inner city. White people aren't selling drugs to us and killing us. We are killing ourselves.. Instead of talking political stuff we need to lead people to bring revival. I got saved. That's what changed me. I was ghetto and gutter, but Jesus came into my heart. More pastors should be rallying us to come to Christ. That’s what will change this nation. The book Black Self-Genocide is still a vital resource with spiritual and practical solutions to bring revival to Black inner cities. Online at https://lnkd.in/eb4Npai7.