Summary
The web content reflects on the commercialization of Juneteenth and Black freedom, highlighting the irony of profiting from Blackness after a history of enslavement.
Abstract
The article titled "Blacks for Sale" discusses the recent establishment of Juneteenth as a federal holiday, juxtaposing the historical sale of Black people with the current commodification of their emancipation. It features an image by Sam Burriss from Unsplash, capturing the essence of the observance. The piece, authored by Maya L., critiques the profit-driven motives behind the celebration of Black freedom. Maya L., known for her podcast "The Renegade Professor," which addresses racial literacy, suggests that the commercialization of Juneteenth is a continuation of exploiting Blackness for economic gain. She invites readers to follow her on Twitter and anticipate her upcoming publication, "The Renegade Voice."
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after selling us
you now market our freedom
profits on blackness
Maya L. is an avid reader, skilled essayist, and poet. She’s the host of The Renegade Professor Podcast where she aims to minimize the confusion surrounding race while inspiring listeners to become more racially literate. Follow her on Twitter for updates and stay tuned for her upcoming publication, The Renegade Voice.
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