Adam Fletcher Sasse is the guest on Throwing Down Some Heavy Light. We will

discuss his book, #OmahaBlackHistory, which explores African American People,

Places, and events in Omaha, Nebraska’s history. Adam, a volunteer historian who is a Canadian citizen, was raised in North Omaha. His love for North Omaha was developed by the many role models and elders who demonstrated love during his formative years. What is unique about this book is that it utilizes the Omaha racist newspapers and other yellow journalism publications to document the efforts of African Americans to gain their rights in Omaha since the founding of this city. The book cites the various professionals who lived and worked to help advance social justice for African Americans. During his historical research, he uncovered systemic racism, institutional factors, and the many murders by law enforcement in Omaha’s history, with no real repercussions. This book will be featured along with the author in the History Conference on October 4th in Omaha. We aim to cultivate discerning minds, be open to new knowledge and perspectives, particularly those shared by African American participants and individuals seeking authentic history, rather than the whitewashed, fake history or lies perpetuated by the hunters and their supporters of oppression and phony history. Our goal is to provide a blueprint where other aspiring writers or historians can tell their stories from their safe perspectives. Join us on July 30 at 6 p.m.

Omaha Black History