Week 7 Discussion

Re: Week 7 Discussion

by Ludmila Rotari -
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Hi Ernie,
I want to highlight the idea you mention: "Cultural mixing occurred against increasing racism and natives," but our society still struggles with this problem. It is very well said that the end of prohibition created a power vacuum that fueled preexisting racism to manifest in government bodies, overtly pointed at Billie Holiday, who had preexisting drug issues that were used to harass and discredit her musical platform. I was shocked to hear and read how many people were forced sterilization, about 70,000, and I would like to add that this statement hints at the dark outcomes of the Holocaust and reminds us that Hitler cited America’s eugenics movement and laws as inspiration. Your explanation of the data was clear and engaging.
Thank you