Wow, it is amazing to me how many historical tragedies that have had tremendously negative effects on Blacks in this country are coming to light recently. As with most, I had never heard of the Tulsa Race Massacre. It also amazes me how many people of non- color often want to bury past deeds of oppression, with words like "why fan flames, or bring up the past." Well, as the quote often goes what we deny from our past, what we don't reckon with in our present follows us, and is sure to repeat itself. Denial does not erase facts, and it does not promote healing. Thank you Allison for your skilled writing, and perspectives.