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Even before sanctuary cities, here's how black Americans protected fugitive slaves

  • Written by Barbara Krauthamer, Associate Professor of History, University of Massachusetts Amherst

Over the past few days, the national climate has grown increasingly tense over the issue of “sanctuary” cities and states. Local communities, including some college and university campuses, have pledged to shield undocumented children and adults from President Donald Trump’s proposals for deportation. Municipalities and campuses...

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