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Creative Writing

University of Rhode Island

2021

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An Anthology On Human Suffering In America: Notes On Black Lives Matter, Katelyn Dubois May 2021

An Anthology On Human Suffering In America: Notes On Black Lives Matter, Katelyn Dubois

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For far too long systemic racism has protected inequality and suffering in the United States, preaching that one’s worth and opportunities are determined by the color of their skin. Despite the foundational values of freedom and equality in the United States, the Black community continues to be killed and discriminated against in disturbingly disproportionate amounts to their peers, and is precisely 3.23 times more likely than Caucasians to be killed by police. “An Anthology on Human Suffering in America: Notes on Black Lives Matter'' was created with the intent to bring greater awareness to the racism and social injustices experienced …