My observation from my work overseas is that when you have layers of colonizers, the earlier layer it assumes victimhood by the new layer, and discounts their own bad behavior. It is perpetuated by identity gridlock. So there is a lot of discussion of what independance was to who at various times. Happy personal independence day!
The Black Gallery closes Isaka Shamsud-Din - The Emancipation of Isaka Shamsud-Din: A Liberated Archives Exploration of Fine Art. He is a late career Portland artist who has lived Portland history; it is in many of his works. At The Black Gallery https://www.theblackgallerypdx.com/ 916 NW Flanders 5PM-7 Free