I would like to say this. While black lives matters as an organization is not the solution. There is a real problem which does need solved. Adam and Eve show that it is not as simple as just saying the past does not matter. We do inherit problems from previous generations which we do have a responsibility to do our part to fix. It is not enough to say that it was Adam and Eve and not me. I do think it is not paranoia on the part of black people to think that if the root has not been fully dealt with , then just under the surface is the potential for history to repeat.
The Bible teaches that at least sometimes , a current generation has a responsibility to fix some wrong that was done in a previous generation.
2Sa 21:1 Then there was a famine in the days of David three years, year after year; and David enquired of the LORD. And the LORD answered, It is for Saul, and for his bloody house, because he slew the Gibeonites.
Take as an example , public school funding. Having schools funded by local property taxes ensures inequality in educational opportunity. Look up the stats. Some public schools get triple the funding of public schools in poorer neighborhoods. A good place to start would be for all public schools to get equal resources and support. Through indirect means such as segregation into poorer neighborhoods , there is a systemic inequality. In some cases , students in lower funded schools have to share an outdated textbook while those in an upscale school have a computer at every desk. I am not speaking of personal extras , I am speaking of public schools funded by tax dollars. The poorer schools cannot attract the better quality teachers and the difference in quality of education is stark.
This is systemic inequality and by extension it impacts those in certain people groups in a disproportionate manner. Multiply this by a dozen issues and you have some legitimate grievances. I favor justice for all and that justice for all does include some major changes.
According to the Declaration of Independence , there are certain rights given by the creator. A Government by the people and for the people has a responsibility to protect these rights. Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness are three examples of these rights. Are all American's rights receiving equal protection ? My opinion is that there is room for improvement. Equal access to an equal education is a good place to begin.
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