Politicians are often storming a castle of their imagination. Once they get going with an idea, they become so focused on it that no reason or fact will stop them. Too many elected officials at various levels of government play the part of the ignorant, uninformed villagers charging with pitchforks and torches toward the monster’s […]
The article discusses the Toronto District School Board's decision to erase history related to Sir John A. Macdonald and others, justified as a means to protect Black and Indigenous communities from historical pain. Critics argue this approach may misrepresent history. Lezlie Harper, a Black Canadian and founder of Niagara Bound Tours, expresses frustration over non-Blacks misinterpreting Black history and excluding her from discussions despite her direct connection to it. She criticizes the narrative that labels Black children as marginalized and white children as part of a problematic culture. A professor's controversial statement wishing to experience poverty as a Black woman further highlights the patronizing approach, drawing criticism for its insensitivity.
