M6 Reply to Classmates Post

Reply to each classmate's post 1. Tyshaun Jordan posted. I enjoyed reading and learning from my peers during our group project, I personally learned many things from my group mates. I learned the Indigenous American identity has been significantly impacted by historical erasure and misrepresentation. I further learned, the evolution of Hispanic identity reflects a journey from colonialism and migration to becoming an integral part of American society, and non-English European immigrants, such as Italians, Irish, and Jewish communities, faced discrimination and stereotyping upon their arrival in the United States. These groups were often targeted due to religious differences and economic competition. Although we weren’t aware we were supposed to speak from one voice I felt that we definitely were informative when explaining the disparities each of our ethnicities have faced over time and this was an extremely informative experience. I truly enjoyed informing my group on African American’s historic and contemporary issues as well. 2. Christina Robinson posted. Working with my group gave me a better understanding of systemic racism and how it continues to impact society today. Hearing different perspectives and reading everyone’s abstracts helped me see how deeply embedded these issues are, especially in areas like housing, education, and criminal justice. One project that focused on segregation in schools stood out because it showed how funding inequalities still affect minority communities. I found solutions like investing in underfunded schools and reforming justice systems to be practical and meaningful because they address the root causes instead of just the surface problems. Thinking back to my question, “How do historical systems of oppression shape modern inequality?” I realize now how much history still influences today. Systemic racism isn’t just something from the past—it’s an ongoing issue, and understanding its roots is key to making real change.