Who is Hispanic?
In 2023, the US Hispanic population reached 65 million people-- but who is considered Hispanic?
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Resources
Understanding the history and impact race has on society can be overwhelming. Although some of the stories about race and racism took place many years ago, others have happened within our own lifetimes. The effects still linger to this day and can bring up feelings of pain and trauma. This page is meant to serve as a place for visitors to be connected to books, articles, videos, and other resources about race and how to talk about it. This will also be a place where new resources are added so be sure to check back for more!
Race (human)
Britannica defines race as "the idea that the human species is divided into distinct groups on the basis of inherited physical and behavioral differences.
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An American Puzzle: Fitting Race in a Box
A New York Times article that examines the history of the US Census and how it has changed over the years.
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NCMH - Remembering Warren County: North Carolina and the Continuing Struggle for Environmental Justice
The NC Museum of History hosted a panel discussion of environmental leaders and activists, reflecting on NC’s role in the origins of the environmental
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1898 Wilmington Coup
This resource from the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources compiles what we know about the Wilmington Coup of 1898.
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Confederate Statues Were Built To Further A 'White Supremacist Future'
Many Americans assume the numerous monuments to Confederate soldiers were erected to honor those who fell in the Civil War. This article shows that
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Skin color is an illusion
Nina Jablonski says that differing skin colors are simply our bodies' adaptation to varied climates and levels of UV exposure. Charles Darwin disagreed with
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Skin Tone and Pulse Oximetry
Racial disparities in care can be tied to differences in pulse oximeter performance
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PBS KIDS Talk About: Race & Racism
This half-hour program features authentic conversations between real children and their parents and looks at race and racial justice-related topics in an age-appropriate way
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Bias - NMAAHC
Once we know and accept we have bias, we can begin to recognize our own patterns of thinking. With awareness and a conscious effort,
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Haitian Revolution
This details the first successful rebellion by enslaved people in Haiti by the occupying French colonizers.
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