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Rooted In Truths
Welcome to Relearning America
Not everything we were taught was the truth.
This is where we reconnect with the real stories—unlearning myths, reclaiming memory, and challenging the narratives that shaped our education.
How Racism Became Hereditary in 1662: The Law That Changed Everything
The slave codes were designed to remove any possibility of Black freedom, making it so that no matter what, enslavement was passed down from
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Mar 113 min read
The Deacons for Defense and the Second Amendment
The Deacons for Defense and Justice were a group of Black men who got tired of getting their heads cracked open by the KKK and decided
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Feb 172 min read
Black Genius, Systemic Theft: The Hidden History of Invention
Innovation is the foundation of progress, but not everyone who contributes to that progress has been recognized. For centuries, Black...
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Jan 262 min read
From Redlining to Credit Scores: The System Was Rigged
For many of us, a credit score feels like an inevitable part of adulthood. It determines whether we can buy a house, rent an apartment,...
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Jan 262 min read
That One Time the U.S. Actually Paid Reparations For Racial Violence Against Black People
Arnett Doctor's photo in front of the House Bill he helped pass in 1994. Arnett Doctor’s name may not be as widely recognized as some...
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Jan 172 min read
Socioeconomic Challenges: The Cost of Surviving in 2024
Let’s face it—surviving in America has gotten pretty expensive.
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Jan 162 min read
New York City Draft Riots: Misplaced Fury
In July 1863, New York City became the stage for one of the most violent uprisings in American history: the Draft Riots.
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Jan 152 min read
Why Your Vote Matters: The Importance of Voting for Change
In every election, there’s that age-old question: “Does my vote really matter?”
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Oct 29, 20242 min read
2024 Election: Are We Ready for This?
Don’t get me wrong—every election matters, but this one? This one feels different.
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Oct 28, 20243 min read
“Juneteenth Unchained: Freedom's Delayed Delivery
Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, welcome back to the saga of Juneteenth, where freedom’s arrival was slower than a tortoise
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Jul 17, 20242 min read
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