Reparations are a key step in this country’s path towards equality, justice, and collective liberation. Listen as Aaron and Damien discuss a piece in The New York Times Magazine by Nikole Hannah-Jones called “What is Owed” which makes the strong case for the need for reparations in this country. Check out episode 8 below!
In the episode, we talk about H.R. 40., the federal bill that will establish a commission to examine the impacts of slavery and other racist laws and practices and recommend proposals to provide reparations for redress and repair. Learn more about the bill and send a message to your U.S. House Representative on the ACLU website.