August 10, 1999 at 12:00 am #22568
Richard
Member
I don't feel that most whites are interested in devaluing slavery's impact or "sweeping it under the rug," but instead are focused on the present. As a white person, I feel proud that my country fought a tremendously costly war in order to free the slaves. It is very healthy to know your history, but not to live in the past. I suggest the next time you feel resentment toward whites for the crime of slavery, remember that your ancestors were sold or captured to be sold by other Africans.