@xoxodede @dora_da_destroyer
tagging you two because you had an interesting convo about plantations in the thread about Plantation Weddings.
Wanted to know your thoughts about this story.
I think it's beautiful. Yes, It's symbolism - but if any of those students are truly ADOS - I am sure it was a amazing feeling. Plus, it can lead to motivation and pride for many.
We know - just the mention of Slavery or ancestors being enslaved brings shame to some - and/or others think we are supposed to be ashamed.
I would like to see more Black Doctors - particularly Native Black American doctors speak on the history of the Medical industry in the U.S.
Basically, educate and speak more about what Harriet Washington's
Medical Apartheid: The Dark History of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans from Colonial Times to the Present covers.
Work with historians and medical experts to make sure those whose lives were lost and bodies stolen that helped create the practices and treatments we use today - either their descendants are paid or given credit.
Grave robbing provided an excess of black corpses to medical schools. Birth control measures were disproportionately tested on black women; some called it intended genocide. Norplant was selectively marketed to poor black women and young girls.
And creating programs, internships and organizations that mentor and groom ADOS young children and teens to enter the medical industry.
