Black people are tired. I am tired. We are tired of being told we don’t see what’s happening to us with our own eyes. We are tired of being told not to trust what we’ve experienced for generations. We are being murdered. Whether it’s by the police, ICE, or at the hands of people we considered friends, we are being murdered. Yet this country expects us to become desensitized to it. We are expected to accept whatever narrative is offered to explain away another Black death. We

Accurate historical understanding is essential for interpreting current systems and policies. When Black history is simplified, misrepresented, or omitted, it creates gaps in public understanding. These gaps influence how people think about inequality, policy decisions, and social outcomes. Without a clear understanding of historical context, it becomes easier to misunderstand or dismiss present-day issues.