Reparations: The "Who," the "What," and the "Why"

"The American Dream," as we call it, is the ideal by which equality of opportunity is available to any American. An ideal our forefathers are certainly proud of.

However, if we look at the current state of the United States, it is easy to feel as though there is no hope in sight. The lack of empathy and unity are the main culprits that have stained the Star-Spangled Banner.

Since the early 1600s, the sinister epidemic of slavery toward Blacks has been nothing less than a nightmare. Millions of lives are oppressed, ridiculed, and murdered, all for the color of their skin; is this justice?

It is high time that we move forward with a solution.

Author K. Snyder, a renowned TV veteran, film writer, and esteemed essayist, invests three decades' worth of his artistic expertise, writing prowess, and rigorous research to deliver a book set to be a shining beacon of hope, making America dream again.

Reparations 101 is an essential guide to help people understand the complex issue of reparations in the United States. K. Snyder delves into the historical context, moral imperative, and economic impacts on the subject, providing valuable insights into achieving equality and justice in America.

Let's delve into the "who," the "what," and the "why" of reparations. 

The "What?"

Reparations are payments made by a government or a corporation to compensate individuals or groups for damages caused by past wrongs or injustices. A case for human rights reparations is viable when the following conditions are being met.

These conditions include:

1. The existence of a system violation of human rights (Evidence must be included.)
2. The recognition and responsibility by the perpetrators of the violation.
3. The existence of victims who have suffered harm.
4. The obligation to provide a remedy.

The "Who"

Moving forward to "who" is supposed to pay the price. In his book, K. Snyder highlights the impact of slavery on an industrial scale to have played a significant role in the development of modern finance. In those times, enslavers used slaves as collateral for loans and slave markets, which served as a source of liquidity for the buying and selling of enslaved people. This laid the foundations of modern banking and finance in America. Snyder also highlights 12 companies that have, quote, "A dark and blood-stained history rooted in the slave trade and slavery in America."

The "Why"

Reparations are not just a means of providing monetary compensation for individuals; they are a bridge that would mend the divide within America. It is not about the money but an acknowledgment of the tyranny that has been inflicted on our African brothers and sisters. It is to restore the essence of the American Dream and promote unity, love, and, most importantly, peace.

If you wish to learn more about reparations, the history of slavery, and a guide to how we can achieve peace, check out Reparations 101, now available on Amazon, or visit the website to join the movement.