Originally Posted by
Edie
Do not take away the courage and tenacity of the black people who endured proven mistreatment and suffering. Edie
How does dispelling a myth take away the courage and tenacity of slaves who were trying to escape? That's the most bizarre thing I've ever heard.
Originally Posted by
Maggiem
When myths are not dispelled and the general public is allowed to believe anything, it hurts the truth of the culture and propagates false truths. History would be far better served if actual research was done on this topic so that we might honor the people who truly deserved it such as Harriet Tubman and Levi Coffin, rather than just endlessly repeating discredited myths and gossip. "
Thank you, Maggiem, I think this says it best.