Letter I in Black Lives Matter
by Jasmon Harper
“WE ARE PEOPLE... If only the World saw us as such. Although we call America home, we were never welcomed. Article one, section two of the United States Constitution declared slaves three-fifths of a person for political gain. This “compromise” determined congressional representation - increasing the political power of slaveholding states.
Although this clause is no longer in effect, the mindset still remains. Despite the narrative the World has created for us, we are loved, we are valued, and we are royalty. We hold power and dominion and deserve to be seen and treated as equals.” J. Harper
ABOUT THE ARTIST
The emerging artist from the Westside of Chicago brings an innovative twist to the art scene by addressing political, social, and emotional issues from throughout history. Jasmon Harper, more commonly known as JasmonTheArtist, is an advocate for social equality and spiritual growth. She is known for her use of vibrant imagery to portray underlying messages. Her work brings awareness to black culture by highlighting experiences in America both past and present - identifying social issues, historical highlights, subliminal media messaging, myths, and truths about the black community.
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