The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future

We are honored to welcome Robert P. Jones, author of the New York Times bestselling book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future, as the speaker at our inaugural FaithLoveCommunity – Dialogue in Action Series.

Jones will offer insights into the historical context of prejudice and its consequences. In addition to Tallahatchi County, Mississippi, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Jones will examine historical acts of racial violence in Minnesota, including the 1862 mass execution of 38 Dakota men in Mankato and the 1920 Duluth lynching of Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie, all Black men.

While these events represent a tragic chapter in our past, it is important to acknowledge the positive steps taken toward healing. In 2003, a plaza and bronze statues memorializing the three lynched men were dedicated in downtown Duluth. This act is a testament to the community’s commitment to remembrance and reconciliation.

With this understanding and a commitment to building a brighter future, we invite you to join us in this critical conversation. This event and the ongoing efforts of various local community organizations in the Twin Ports contribute to the healing process and progress toward a shared future.