Black History Month: Black Garnet Books

Black Garnet Books, St. Paul., Minn., posted a Twitter thread observing that "the best part about being a shop that prioritizes Black authors and creators is that every day we're open is in celebration and appreciation of Black history, Black futures, and collective freedom. 

"Black history is American history, and more. our history is the groundwork for the future, and the foundation of our present. this store exists within the context of a painful history, while simultaneously laying the foundation for a joyful future.

"being Black is a complex and full experience. we deserve more than a month, more than a display table that'll be packed up in 30 days (ahem... 28).

"I hope that this month, and every month, you'll consider the ways in which our liberation is intrinsically tied to all liberation.

"and after you consider, and read, and learn... I hope you'll act. I hope your every day actions will reflect to those around you that Black history is their history, is our future, and we know very little without knowing it. 

"we can change very little without understanding it.

"thank you for loving/caring for the piece of Black history/future that is this shop. I'm not doing much different this month bc overwork is a particular part of Black history that I have no interest in, and our engagement with Black orgs/people/youth is an every month thing.

"white and non-Black folks need to be the ones uplifting us without us taking on all the legwork!! amen?? if that resonates with you, you can support us by buying a book or gift card, as always."

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