The black experience is not the same across the board. George Washington University experts are available to discuss the colorful, multi-faceted history of blackness in America ahead of Black History Month. Experts can discuss how Afro-Cubans interpret race; gentrification in places like Brooklyn, New York; and the complex history of black feminism and women’s studies.
To schedule an interview with the experts below, contact Kurie Fitzgerald at [email protected] or 202-994-6461.
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Suleiman Osman is an associate professor of American studies. He specializes in U.S. urban, cultural and social history and the study of race and ethnicity. As gentrification continues to be a divisive issue, Dr. Osman’s exploration of gentrification in places like Brooklyn, New York, can provide helpful insight into issues of race during Black History Month.
Jennifer Nash is an associate professor of American studies. She is an expert on black feminism, black sexual politics, race and visual culture and race and law. She can comment on the complex relationship between black feminism and women’s studies.
Calvin Warren is an assistant professor of American studies. He is an expert on African-American philosophy, black nihilism, ethics and African-American history. He can comment on a variety of issues, including anti-black violence.
Christopher A. Bracey, professor of law, is an expert in the fields of U.S. race relations, individual rights and criminal procedure.
Spencer A. Overton, professor of law, is an expert on democracy issues and previously served as the principal deputy assistant attorney general at the Department of Justice in the Office of Legal Policy under President Barack Obama.
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