On Monday, Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson did not apologize for an opinion piece denouncing the concept of Black History Month. At an executive committee
On Monday, Pickering Councillor Lisa Robinson did not apologize for an opinion piece denouncing the concept of Black History Month.
“The sentiments expressed in the opinion piece run counter to the values that we, at council, have collectively championed,” he said. “It is disheartening to witness such displays of insensitivity towards Black History Month, a time when we should be celebrating the rich contributions of Afro-Canadians to our great nation.
“I remember in school being taught history,” she wrote. “Not black history, hispanic, euro, arabic, south east rim, oriental and lets not forget native, white and or any other mix of races . Back then it was history. Yes, were made. Yes mistakes at both ends of the color spectrum can be noted. The key here is why in this modern age we are so driven by color of skin instead of the human element.”
Ashe says we should not give it more attention than it deserves, except for the fact that it causes real harm.The councillor has a history of controversy.
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