I see posts on social media from Haitians saying they do not stand in solidarity with France from the recent terrorist attacks because of the real and documented atrocities from France against Haitians in their past history. I can't say I don't sympathize with the Haitian resentment, who wouldn't feel resentment against an oppressor - BUT - France did not kill Jean Dominique - Haitians did. Nor did France employ mind control over every administration of Haitian government since independence. I suggest for Haitian's who want to help their country in a real way, that dedication to education for the masses, a blind eye to degrees of color, and building a strong infrastructure be main priorities - and - without a victim mentality doing so. You can't change the past but you can work to a better future.
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