Racism Throughout The Years by Isabella Marapao

1619

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The first ship carrying enslaved Africans arrived at Old Point Comfort on August 25, 1619. An English privateer ship captured them from a Spanish slave ship. The privateer traded the enslaved Africans to English colonists in Virginia for food.

1865

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The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, officially abolishing slavery and involuntary slavery, except as punishment for a crime.

1964

ismarapao — 2025-05-27 05:01:23 UTC

The Civil Rights Act was passed to stop segregation and unfair treatment based on race. Even with this act passed, racism continued in schools, housing, and jobs.

2020

ismarapao — 2025-05-27 05:04:43 UTC

The murder of George Floyd by police led to world wide protests. More people started talking about racism, police violence, and unfair systems in the U.S.

2025

ismarapao — 2025-05-27 05:13:11 UTC

Mass deportation policies made by President Trump's administration led to widespread protests across multiple states, including California and Texas. These demonstrations were in response to the administration's aggressive immigration enforcement measures.

2026

ismarapao — 2025-05-27 05:15:07 UTC

The government works with teachers and community leaders to create lessons on racism, bias, and history. Student learn how racism affects people and what they can do to stop it.

2028

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A new federal law is passed to strengthen anti-discrimination rules in jobs and housing. The law makes it easier for people to report racism and gives stronger punishments to companies or landlords who treat people unfairly due to their race.

2030

ismarapao — 2025-05-27 05:15:19 UTC

A large group of businesses agree to a "Fair Hiring Pledge." Big companies across the country promise to make hiring fairs for all races. They train hiring managers to remove bias and set clear, equal rules for interviews. Companies also share their hiring data to stay honest and show they are willing to give equal chances to everyone.