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slavery

[sley-vuh-ree, sleyv-ree] / ˈsleɪ və ri, ˈsleɪv ri /


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In 2021, Suriname-born artist Jeangu Macrooy addressed slavery, racism, and the colonial legacy in his performance.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

It is further insulting to gestational carriers, genetic donors, and intended parents to suggest that the mutual creation of a child is somehow akin to the bondage of chattel slavery.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

In practice, this meant award-winning and essential books on the Holocaust, chattel slavery, civil rights, racism and feminism.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

After Britain abolished slavery in 1833, those formerly enslaved continued to work the plantations as contract employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

These attitudes and behaviors were prevalent for many decades after slavery ended, including in education.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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