Greetings all and Happy Second Semester!
Over the last several weeks we've been exploring the implications of race relations and the Civil Rights Movement on the development of American society and how it relates to the idea of "What it Means to be an American". Over the next few days, we are going to go beyond the 1960's to continue our exploration of how race continues to make an impact on American identity and culture today.
Thus, today in class, your task is to read about several racial incidents that occurred in the United States sometime between 1980 and today. Skim through all and choose a few to read thoroughly. Work to get a sense of why these incidents might be considered important. What kind of impact might they have on the communities in which they took place? What impact might they have on whites? on African Americans?
Respond to the articles and answer these questions in a detailed, thoughtful post on your blog. You do not need to respond to each article individually but should use examples from several in your response.
List of links:
Older-
Eleanor Bumpurs
Michael Griffith
Yvonne Smallwood
Edmund Perry
Amadou Diallo
Newer-
Racial Incident at MSU
Racial Incident at Williams College
