Black History Month: outrage greets Republican's call to honor white people

Backlash after Wisconsin lawmaker Scott Allen suggested white people who helped slaves escape be recognized for contribution

Wisconsin lawmakers are locked in a dispute over who qualifies to be honored during February’s Black History Month after a senior Republican suggested a list where the majority of named picks were white.

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Source: theguardian