Slavery and Capitalism | Socialist Night School

In this session, we will discuss: the interrelated histories of capitalism and slavery, how the creation of the plantation system became the engine for capitalism, both the in U.S. and the Caribbean, the relationship between slavery and the development of race, the history of resistance from enslaved peoples, and the ways all this continues to shape our world today.

The session will be led by Joshua L of the Metro DC DSA Political Education Working Group.

Questions? Accessibility concerns? Email [email protected].

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NOTE: This event will be recorded and may be shared on MDC DSA’s social media platforms for educational purposes. By participating, you acknowledge that you may be videotaped and livestreamed. If you wish to avoid being recorded, you should take efforts to avoid appearing on camera or speaking.

This event has a room capacity of 50. Seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you plan to attend in-person and have accessibility concerns, please reach out to the event coordinator and we'll do our best to accommodate!
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This hybrid event is open to both DSA Members and supporters. The in-person event will be at MLK Library. Those who wish to attend virtually can register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kTsJiO0fSWm-FJ06BADxDA
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