Zwarte Pit became a debate because it contains elements of racism and colonialism

Jop Euwijk and Frank Rensen in an article in Historiek provide some of the earliest examples of how Black Pit characters began to be seen as reflecting racism.

The first example is the incident in 1927. A black man on trial in Rotterdam defended himself that he beat a dockworker for verbal abuse. He also said black people in the Netherlands were constantly called "Black Pit".

Another incident occurred in 1939. At that time a black teacher was reprimanded by a student's parents when they were riding the same tram in the Sittard area. The reason was trivial: his son cried after seeing the Black Pit there.

Black Pit Doesn't Have To Be Described As Black

 How did the Black Pit character and all its controversy begin?

One of the earliest archives of him can be found in the 1850 children's book Sint Nikolaas en zijn knecht 'Saint Nicholas and his assistant' by former schoolteacher Jan Schenkman. This unnamed character is simply called a “helper” who accompanies Sinterklaas activities with the children. His outfit was white with a model resembling a sailor's suit, instead of today's caricature-looking Pit costume.

Rasta supporters straighten accusation

If people say Rastarian smokes weed and grows dreadlocks, it's true, it goes much deeper than that.

According to the Old Testament book (Leviticus 19:27), Rastas believe that one should not cut their hair because that is where their strength lies. Dreads form naturally over time.

Bob Marley Musician Extraordinary "Crazy"

Maybe people in general around the world when they hear or read the words "Rasta" or "Rastafari", then they spontaneously picture Bob Marley's face, imagining his distinctive, authentic, attractive appearance. And ringing in his ears the songs he sings. It is even possible to remember all the accessories and attributes, including the colors. Bob Marley's music is simply insane. Long before there was the internet and android, it was very popular.

Garveyism

The "back to Africa" ​​movement, historically, has been a long-standing topic and is suspected of being used offensively by those with racist views. But it also found some echoes among black leaders. The proponent of the idea was Marcus Garvey. Garvey was a Jamaican-born black nationalist who created the 'Back to Africa' movement in the early 20th century in the United States, although he explained that the idea did not apply to all African Americans. "We don't want all the Negroes in Africa. Some are not good here, and certainly not good there," he said.

Back to Africa

There were disagreements regarding the meaning of the "Back to Africa" ​​movement, some were sympathetic, some were apathetic, and some were against it. The basic sympathy is, of course, "solidarity among black people", which is apathetic according to many references because it has been in America since birth, the American language, American culture, the American climate, and all of America. And those who disagree according to many references also mainly come from the upper-middle class.

The expats reluctantly noticed that the resume button wasn't there.

Very interesting and heartwarming writing from Nadege Seppou, published at https://www.huffpost.com/entry/if-african-americans-retu_b_9352574

She questioned the "Africanism" of Africans who had long lived outside Africa. Is it true that his heart is still linked with Africa?

In Indonesia, there are also many tribes who migrate, such as the Minang, Madurese, Batak, Javanese, Sundanese, etc. The motives are varied, some are forced to migrate, perhaps because of colonialism, because of the threat of certain parties. They could also wander on purpose. maybe to find a job, build a business, follow a partner, etc. But of all the nomads when they return to their hometown, or return to their hometown, they can still blend in with the original culture, build their village, return to their origin or perhaps it is appropriate to call it "back to nature".

The key is "Who benefits the most"

The existence of the KKK continues to pose a threat. Make potential victims always alert. The KKK atrocities are very inhumane, and at the same time continue to make big question marks for the world, especially the victims. There are countless mass media reporting, whether printed, visual, online/offline. Expert analysts, journalists and quality writings from people from all over the world have reviewed it a lot. But why does the KKK still exist?

According to the opinion that has been written to many experts, that the situation is clear, the history is clear, the leaders are clear, the target victims are clear, the suffering of the victims is clear. Even though they always appear covered with masks, the masks actually have no use, because all the data is clear, the masks are just accessories. What still keeps the KKK "closed"?

Roll, Jordan, Roll

It is proof that the human soul in an oppressed condition will definitely rebel. Sooner or later, small or large scale, soft over the frontal, will inevitably cause resistance.

Roll, Jordan, Roll is one of them, very popular because it directly touches the spirituality of its victims, namely black slaves in America. Many works emerged after being inspired by the atrocities of the slavery era. Various book titles have been published with versions and ways of expressing the writing style according to the reasoning of the authors. Many songs with various genres have been published as an expression of resistance to the deprivation of human rights and humanity.

One of his most popular books is "Roll, Jordan, roll - the world the slaves made by Eugene D. Genovese" -- a Bancroft Prize winner -- challenging conventional views of slaves by explaining the various forms of resistance to dehumanization that developed in slave society. Instead of emphasizing the cruelty and degradation of slavery, historian Eugene Genovese investigates how slaves forced their owners to acknowledge their humanity through culture, music, and religion. Not just passive victims, the slaves in this report actively engage with the cultural paternalism of the slave owners in a way that supports their dignity and aspirations for freedom.

Unveil the Lost History of Early Muslims in America

Muslims have lived in America since before the country bore its name. Thousands of Muslims arrived centuries before the white settlers who claimed this land as their own, but the limitations and discrimination they faced often masked their fundamental role in the country.

Very few records are kept of their heritage and background. In addition, many Muslims may hide their religious beliefs, practicing disguises to avoid discrimination or punishment. Because if caught, slave owners do not hesitate to punish, torture, or force them out of Islam and follow the religion of their master. The instability of life under the slavery system, has made it difficult to maintain their traditions and religion from generation to generation. However, a small group of Muslims on the Georgian coast maintained their faith in the isolated community until the early 20th century.

Don't be racist when judging racist actors, because that means judging racist too.

 Peaceful Coexistence For All Religions in Africa and the World

Press Statement of Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma di Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 3, 2014 :
"This senseless killing of innocent civilians must stop"

Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has expressed her anger at the continued acts of barbarism and terrorism perpetrated on innocent people by unscrupulous individuals and groups that wreak havoc in Nigeria, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Somalia and other countries since earlier this year.

Black Interfaith Project

The Second Gentleman of the United States, Douglas Emhoff, gave keynote remarks, and the event featured a diverse panel who shared the current state of Black interfaith engagement in the United States.

“The interfaith experience of Black life in America has often been overlooked and unacknowledged,” said the Rev. Frederick Davie, senior advisor for Racial Equity, IFYC. “The Black Interfaith Project seeks not only to rectify this unfortunate past but to celebrate the richness of interfaith bridge building within Black communities and thereby enrich the entire interfaith experience of the nation.”

Christians and Muslims will live in harmony if they use the Zetaheal understanding

 

Zetaheal, a spiritual church started by a woman, 31 years ago, unites Christians and Muslims to worship without conflict, on a continent full of religious conflicts. From the mission site in Zongo Junction, a suburb of the Ghanaian capital, Accra, Efam Dovi reports that the group disagrees with some generally accepted Christian teachings.

The Meeting – Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr”

Is a drama about the struggles of two black heroes – Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr, at the Teatro Sessions in Rio de Janeiro. This play was directed by Isaac Bernat and his arrival to Brazil couldn't have come at a better time. Many African Americans, myself included, often conclude that, in many ways, the Afro-Brazilian struggle for racial equality, the end of racism and police brutality and the push for equality of opportunity, is about 4-5 decades behind the African-American situation. The translation and adaptation of this play is by Rogério Corrêa.

The Historic Encounter between Two Legends MLK and Malcolm

Whatever the difference in mindset between the two great heroes of the black nation, Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, it is not good to be reported, because both have large masses of supporters scattered around the world. In particular, it will have an impact on the destruction of the unity of the black nation. Moreover, if it is the black people themselves who preach, then it is counter-productive, a boomerang for anti-racist fighters/activists, destroys the spirit of the Black Live Matter movement, and will even further destroy the realization of the African Renaissance. Haven't President Thabo Mbeki and scientists warned that "there will not be a renaissance in Africa if it is not preceded by unity?"

African Renaissance : Fact or Fiction ?

“Here in Africa, history begins. Far from being a haphazard statement, this statement is an undeniable scientific fact which one finds evidence of when one explores the world in search of the remains of ancient civilizations.“Renaissance is a French word meaning "rebirth." The eagle has a remarkable characteristic regarding "rebirth" that I would like to share.

The African Renaissance could not exist without African Union

The African Renaissance Monument (French: Monument de la Renaissance Africaine) is a 49 m (161 ft) bronze statue located atop one of the twin hills known as the Collines des Mamelles, outside Dakar, Senegal. Built overlooking the Atlantic Ocean on the outskirts of Ouakam, the statue was designed by Senegalese architect Pierre Goudiaby after an idea proposed by president Abdoulaye Wade and built by Mansudae Overseas Projects, a North Korean company.