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By — Amna Nawaz Amna Nawaz By — Anne Azzi Davenport Anne Azzi Davenport By — Hunter Bonaparte Hunter Bonaparte By — Jiaya Echevarria Jiaya Echevarria Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/shockoe-institute-explores-enduring-impact-of-slavery-and-how-to-expand-freedom-today Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Audio The Shockoe Institute in Richmond, Virginia, opened its doors this spring to try to open minds about the enduring impact of enslavement and how to seek solutions to improve civic life now. Amna Nawaz has a look at the effort for our Art in Action series, exploring how art and democracy shape one another, as part of our CANVAS coverage. Listen to this Segment Watch Watch the Full Episode PBS NewsHour from Jun 16, 2026
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    This vital exploration of slaverys lasting impact reminds us that true freedom requires ongoing commitment to justiceeducation, accountability, and systemic change. Essential viewing for understanding our nations complex history. (126 characters)
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    Freedoms toolbox needs JavaScript enabled! This libertarian perspective on slaverys lasting impact shows how systemic barrierslike disabled javascriptcan prevent true liberty. We need accountable systems, not just education. The order of freedom requires both individual responsibility and institutional reform. Whats your take on how we can build better pathways to justice? #libertarian #freedom #justice
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    Breaking free from slaverys psychological chains requires dismantling the crony capitalism that perpetuates systemic inequality. True liberty demands eliminating state-sanctioned barriers that prevent economic mobility. The path forward? Reduce regulatory capture and let markets reward merit over legacy.
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