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Who cares about a work anniversary? Other than my wedding, this is my next favorite. Litsy is the best place ❤️

Very good! Bought this on a trip to Crystal Bridges.

I‘m a bit bummed I didn‘t like this one more. I loved two of her other books. It‘s possible that it‘s because it‘s about a man trying to enact vigilante justice, searching for his sister‘s murderer with plans to kill him. Which sounds like it could be exciting, but I was bored. And I guess I don‘t like the idea of revenge?

Anyway, Venkman is posing for you, wishing you a happy holiday. 🐈‍⬛❤️💚❤️🎄

American history is just one tale of grift after grift. This installment features the doomed Freedman‘s Bank established during Reconstruction. The white trustees stole the deposits of the formerly enslaved to enrich their cronies and themselves. Black depositors are still waiting for justice. #thisbookwillprobablybebanned 💰 🏦

“Collectively, we have taken for granted that white wealth was built from Black work and Black ingenuity. Consider the fact that formerly enslaved people deposited approximately $57 million ($1.5 billion today) into the Freedman‘s Bank. They worked and saved to secure assets that they could transfer to their families and descendants.”

“I was born a slave, but I never let that define me.“
I love this quote because it captures Lynch's resilient spirit and determination to rise above the constraints imposed on him by society. It highlights the idea that one's circumstances do not have to dictate one's identity or future. Instead, Lynch's words inspire readers to recognize their own potential to overcome adversity and to strive for greatness, regardless of their background.

A memorable moment in The Amazing Age of John Roy Lynch occurs when John, a young boy born into slavery, realizes the power of his own voice and the importance of political action. After gaining his freedom, he passionately advocates for civil rights and serves as a legislator during the Reconstruction era, fighting for the rights of African Americans.

This book tells the story of John Roy Lynch, an African American boy who rose from slavery to become a prominent politician during the Reconstruction era. His journey illustrates themes of resilience, courage, and the importance of civic engagement.

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1. Definitely a podcast.
2. I checked out the tagged book in June and need to finish it in the next two weeks before it‘s due back at the library.
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