Another thing to consider is that while this may seem like something done "way back when before we knew any better", the Slavery Abolition Act was passed in Britain in 1833. The American Civil War was over by 1865, a war in which slavery was at the heart of the conflict. The residential school program BEGAN in 1883, and the abuses outlined in the report continued well into the 20th century, even after Canada fought in WW2 against the Nazi holocaust. We cannot blame this on historical ignorance.
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Harry, I'm gonna let you in on a little secret. Every day, once a day, give yourself a present. Don't plan it, don't wait for it, just... let it happen. Could be a new shirt at the men's store, a catnap in your office chair, or... two cups of good, hot, black coffee.
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