America’s unfinished promise is economic freedom.
Written by Sophia Nelson
At our nation’s founding, Black Americans were not merely excluded from America’s wealth. They were, by law, part of the wealth that helped create it.
As America marks its 250th birthday, that truth remains essential to understanding both our history and our future. The story of Black America is not simply one of oppression and perseverance. It is also the story of labor without ownership, contribution without compensation, and the enduring pursuit of economic freedom. I go into depth about these adversities and resilience in my recently published book, Redefining Freedom: Thoughts on Bridging Divides and Renewing America’s Promise at 250.
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