How Americans deceive ourselves about slavery
Clint Smith examines how Americans misunderstand and inadequately teach the history of slavery through his work "How the Word Is Passed," which explores gaps in educational curricula. His poetry collection "Above Ground" complements this exploration by sharing personal narratives with his children about their ancestors' experiences of enslavement and survival. Smith's contributions highlight the disconnect between the historical reality of slavery and how it is presented to American audiences.
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How Americans deceive ourselves about slavery
Clint Smith examines how Americans misunderstand and inadequately teach the history of slavery through his work 'How the Word Is Passed,' which explores gaps in historical education. His poetry collection 'Above Ground' offers a more personal perspective, addressing his children about their ancestors' experiences of slavery and liberation. Smith's interviews with Fresh Air highlight the disconnect between how slavery is presented in schools and the fuller truth of this crucial historical period.
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