Virginia Libertarian

NBC 12 – Virginia News – Black Virginia lawmakers call for apology for slavery

A group of black Virginia lawmakers announced legislation today calling for a state apology for slavery. The joint resolution urges that the General Assembly “hereby atones for the involuntary servitude of Africans” and commits to reconciliation. The group said today it will formally introduce the resolution on the first day of the session, January tenth.Richmond Senator Henry Marsh is a sponsor of the resolution. He says with the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown this year, it’s the right time to set an example for the nation.

Historians say Virginia has a rich slavery history, with Richmond being a central point for the purchase of Africans.

Marsh says it’s time “for Virginia to take a step toward reconciliation.”

The lawmakers say a resolution calling for a similar apology to American Indians is in the works.

Give me a fucking break.  How many people now alive in the U.S. own or have owned slaves.  None.  That’s right, Zero.  Why do we have to put up with these stupid shenanigans that race-baiters pull in order to get attention for themselves?  This guy needs to be kicked out of office.

Written by David Canning
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