84 Years of Racism: Dr. White on Black History, Haiti, Jamaica & the Fight for Justice

At 84 years old, Dr. White has witnessed decades of racism, inequality, and the struggle for justice. But one question continues to challenge him: **How do we move forward as Black people and build a better future for the next generation?** 🎙️ In this episode of **Purpose Over Popularity**, I sit down with Dr. White for a powerful intergenerational conversation about Black history, economic empowerment, education, leadership, and the responsibility we all have to create change. From his recent trip to Jamaica to our discussion about Haiti, American history, and the film *By Any Means*, we examine how the past continues to shape our present. **In this conversation, we discuss:** - 🇯🇲 Jamaica's tourism industry, poverty, and economic inequality - 🇭🇹 Haiti's history, resources, independence, and ongoing challenges - ✊🏾 Racism, slavery, Black identity, and generational trauma - 🗳️ Voting rights, civic education, and political accountability - 🎥 How cameras, technology, and AI can empower our communities - 👨🏾‍👦🏾 The responsibility of elders to prepare the next generation - 🏘️ Strengthening families, creating opportunities, and investing in young people - 💡 Why recognizing our history is essential to building our future One of the most powerful messages from this conversation is that **we cannot keep waiting for someone else to create the change we want to see.** Our elders have laid the foundation. What are we doing with what they've given us? This is more than a conversation about racism. It's about ownership, responsibility, education, and understanding our value. **Purpose Over Popularity!** 🎙️ Subscribe to Smith Says 1 for real conversations, real stories, and different perspectives. 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@smithsays1 🌐 Website: https://smithsays.one 📲 Follow @SmithSays1 on all platforms. 💬 **QUESTION FOR YOU:** What should the next generation of Black leaders focus on first: education, economic ownership, political involvement, or community unity? Drop your thoughts in the comments! One voice. One step. One purpose. #SmithSays1 #PurposeOverPopularity #BlackHistory #BlackEmpowerment #Haiti #Jamaica #GenerationalWealth