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Coates emphasizes the importance of black bodies in American culture from "summary" of Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
In America, our bodies are the primary focus of our existence. They are not just vessels for our souls, but rather they are the very essence of who we are in the eyes of the world. For black bodies, this reality takes on an even greater significance. Our bodies are not just seen as vessels, but as symbols of fear, oppression, and defiance. They are scrutinized, policed, and judged in ways that white bodies are not. Black bodies carry the weight of history on their shoulders. They are a reminder of the brutal legacy of slavery, segregation, and discrimination that has plagued this country for centuries. Our bodies are seen as threats, as targets, as objects to be controlled and contained. We are constantly reminded of our place in society, of the limitations placed on us simply because of the color of our skin. Through his writing, Coates sheds light on the ways in which black bodies are devalued and dehumanized in American culture. He challenges us to confront the uncomfortable truths about our soc...
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