Why Black Abolitionists Matter | Kellie Carter Jackson | TEDxWellesleyCollege

Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson introduces us to the early abolitionist movement as a force for and by black persons, highlighting some of its prominent figures and their stories. She emphasizes the importance of teaching these histories and their persistent and ongoing relevance. Kellie Carter Jackson is the Michael and Denise Kellen 68’ Associate Professor in the Department of Africana Studies at Wellesley College. She is the author of the award-winning book Force & Freedom: Black Abolitionists and the Politics of Violence which won the SHEAR James H. Broussard Best First Book Prize, was a finalist for the Frederick Douglass Book Prize and the Museum of African American History Stone Book Prize and listed among 13 books to read on African American History by the Washington Post. Her essays have featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, The Atlantic, The Guardian, The Los Angeles Times, NPR, and other outlets. She has also been interviewed for her expertise on multiple platforms. Carter Jackson is also a Historian-in-Residence for the Museum of African American History in Boston. Lastly, she loves a good podcast! She co-hosts the podcast, “This Day in Esoteric Political History” and hosts “Oprahdemics: The Study of the Queen of Talk” by Radiotopia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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I just discovered Dr. Jackson today!!! She is amazing!!! Love her!!!!👏🏿❤️🥰