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That's democracy in action!
That's democracy in action!
In 1838, the university kept itself afloat through the sale of slaves. Now its president is reaching out to descendants and exploring ways to make amends.
It is a shame that Georgetown was part of the slave trade. But, it is also a good sign today that President DeGioia is taking initiative to face the past and start making amends. This comes at a very crucial point in our society given the rising brutality against the African- American community by police. It is more significant because this comes from a high- ranking institution.
Source: Intent on a Reckoning With Georgetown’s Slavery-Stained Past