Like today in 1790, New York passed gradual abolition law saying children of enslaved mothers are born free but still owe free service to masters until they are 25 if female and 28 if male.

0 0

The distinguishing feature of Communism is not the abolition of property generally, but the abolition of bourgeois property. (https://t.co/g8G3LuFrn3)

19 53

Harriet Tubman was a true hero whose courage and determination led hundreds of slaves to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Her legacy as an abolitionist, suffragist, and civil rights icon continues to inspire us all. https://t.co/ocKz8NaYcr

0 11

Daily Gengar 14: Abolition of landlords

Suggested by

26 85

HOPe offers a content to think about in more familiar topics for those who are not familiar with nuclear abolition, a peaceful world, and the of Please let us know what you would like us to cover.
https://t.co/395JPWE51O

5 25

Went back for some practice on for Thursday’s ~portrait of Abolitionist and clergyman Absalom Jones~
Painted in oils in 1810 by Raphaelle Peale

8 66

Thursday
Portrait of abolitionist & clergyman Absalom Jones, painted in oil on paper, mounted on board, in 1810 by Raphaelle Peale
My version with a different background

1 28

Here’s a very short lesson on fascism for the illiterate people who call me fascist because I support the right to abortion, the abolition of animal exploitation, the right for trans and queer people to be able to live a happy and safe life and because I am vaccinated 😗

2 1

in 1791, industrialist, inventor, philanthropist, educator, abolitionist, and reformer Peter Copper is born. Cooper left an incredible legacy in our neighborhoods, not least through and Cooper Square. More on this transformative figure: https://t.co/PxzINUWuLa

7 18

Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) former slave, abolitionist, journalist, & speaker who fought for the freedom & equality of African Americans. He escaped slavery in 1838, he fought against slavery through his writings & speeches. https://t.co/KxpzrFp7i3

0 1

John Brown (1800-1859)
Was an American abolitionist who reached prominence for his radical abolitionism and for fighting in Bleeding Kansas, he was eventually captured and executed for a failed incitement of a slave rebellion at Harpers Ferry preceding the American Civil War.

79 564

"Coffee Killed God"
Most people don't know that the Enlightenment was fueled by coffee & tea. The switch from alcohol to lead to modern democracy, the abolition of the slave trade, the downfall of monarchies, and the end of the absolute power of the church.

6 13

📯 Presenting once again, Princess Jahzara Tesfaye-Seifu - gymnast, vocalist, activist, and secret monarchy abolitionist in spite of her heritage - evidenced by her refusal to wear an actual crown!

Tempting as it might be, admire the fluff from afar; it requires a LOT of upkeep!

7 19

Great Britain would often use its superpower might into bullying other nations to abolish slavery - despite sometimes violating international law & territories in the process.

A thread on the great lengths Britain would go to enforce abolition - using Brazil as an example. 🧵🇬🇧

1305 5507

Marxism has always taught that with the abolition of classes the state will also be abolished. (https://t.co/GgSEHGZLKL.)

5 14

Le 24 novembre 1793, la Convention publie le calendrier républicain, aussi appelé"calendrier des Français". Le 22 /4/1792, au lendemain de l'abolition de la royauté, les députés décidèrent que les actes du gouvernement seraient datés de l'An 1 de la République

9 14

📜Nous renouvelons notre soutien plein et entier à la qui sera proposée au vote à l'Assemblée ce jeudi.

📍RDV au rassemblement prévu Jeudi 24 nov à 11h, Métro Invalides, Paris.

37 118

En 2013, quand j'ai commencé à examiner sérieusement le rapport qu'on entretient avec les autres je me suis dit : "La tâche est vertigineuse mais ça bouge. De mon vivant, j'assisterai au moins à l'abolition de la en France."

J'en doute de + en +.

🧵 THREAD

207 768