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Slavery is as old as humankind, but racial slavery was new. There has never been anything like the Transatlantic Slave Trade. It was the largest maritime migration of all time. This is a centerpiece of American history and American reality. We can see it plainly in our highly segregated society with disproportionate access to our land, resources, and economy. When we face this and address it, we can truly lift each other up and be a nation with liberty and justice for all. American Origin Storie