The Reparations Train is Not Coming – The Argument Against Reparations

By Russell Williams
The recent presentation by renowned activist and lawyer, Michael Lorne on Reparations for the National Slave Route Project and as part of St. Kitts-Nevis History and Heritage Month activities, presented a rather unique and compelling perspective.
While the descendants of those who were enslaved are undoubtedly owed an unreserved apology, for the abomination that was slavery from all states who benefited from the trade, this apology should go much further than the “statement of deep sorrow” offered by former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair in 2006. Continue reading →