On the Courthouse Lawn

The On the Courthouse Lawn book by Sherrilyn Ifill is a powerful examination of the lingering effects of racial violence in America, particularly the 5,000 black Americans who were lynched between 1890 and 1960.

This groundbreaking work sheds light on the little-known contemporary consequences of these heinous acts, including the marginalization of political and economic development for black Americans.

Through a series of case studies, Ifill reveals how this history of complicity has become embedded in local communities, where some citizens actively participated in the violence while many others witnessed it but did nothing to stop it.

The book offers concrete ideas for healing and reconciliation, including placing gravestones on unmarked burial sites, issuing public apologies, and creating commemorative public spaces.

With a focus on local communities, Ifill's work provides a much-needed call to action for American society as a whole.

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