In 1776 the Founders articulated a new concept of government based upon the following principal: “We hold these truths to be self evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” From the start, we as a people have struggled to fulfill this vision and ensure that it was applicable to all. This class, will explore the history and experiences of Black people in America and the impact of Systemic Racism in denying them full access, from the beginning, to equal opportunities and treatment, thus fulfilling the promise of our Republic. Included in this course will be a session devoted to the complicated history of the relationship between the Jewish community and Afro Americans in America.

(In 2021, the second part of this series will continue with ‘Antisemitism in History and in America).

Fridays beginning October 23 through November 20 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Cost: $90

Faculty: Jay Roth