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The Declaration’s Cut Slavery Paragraph

‘This 4th of July is yours, not mine’

An early draft of the Declaration of Independence had a ‘progressive and racist’ paragraph that mentioned slavery. As you kick back for July 4th weekend, take a second to read and reflect on the past and present state of racism in these United States.

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