The whitewashing of history is a strategy that dates back to the post-Civil War period. It involves attempts to omit the contributions of Black people in fields such as Science, Math, medicine, and other areas. Additionally, it seeks to rewrite the past in favor of white individuals by downplaying the effects of Slavery, Jim Crow laws, and racism. This includes banning the teaching of subjects in schools that shed light on the struggles faced by people of color at the hands of their oppressors, as well as highlighting their resilience as a community.
Gaslighting is a key component of whitewashing as it relates to African Americans. It is blaming black people for their lot in society or any cruelty they experience in a culture that views them as less than. In simple terms, it is "flipping the script." For example, if an unarmed black man is shot in the back while fleeing the police, a biased legal system may criticize him for being afraid, without considering whether he would receive fair treatment in court.
Black people and like-minded individuals must reveal the truth and keep our story alive. This may involve building our own schools, calling out bigots, and holding wrongdoers accountable. Doing nothing is not an option; we have a rich history, and we are making significant contributions today. We must be prepared, Black people; we have important work to do.
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